Tata I-Shakti Soda, 454 Grams

Tata I-Shakti Soda (454 g): Baking Soda for Fluffy Dhoklas, Pakoras and Bakes
A pinch of baking soda is the quiet secret behind spongy khaman dhokla, crisp pakoras and soft bhature. Tata I-Shakti Soda is a baking soda from Tata's I-Shakti line of pantry staples, packed in a practical 454 gram size. South Asian home cooks can keep it in stock by ordering from SubziCart.com, the online Indian grocery store that delivers across the USA.


Product Features
• Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) for cooking and baking
• Handy 454 gram (about 1 lb) pack for regular kitchen use
• From Tata, one of India's most familiar grocery brands
• Used in tiny amounts, so a pack lasts a long time
• Helps create light, airy batters and doughs


Nutritional Information
Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate and contains sodium. It is used in very small quantities, so it contributes little beyond its leavening effect. Check the Nutrition Facts panel on the pack for the exact sodium per serving.


Uses and Cooking Suggestions
• Add a small pinch to khaman dhokla batter along with lemon juice just before steaming
• Mix a little into pakora or bhajiya batter for extra crispness
• Use in bhatura, kulcha or naan dough recipes that call for soda
• Add to cakes, cookies and muffins alongside buttermilk or yogurt
• Some cooks add a pinch while boiling chickpeas (chana) for softer results


Frequently Asked Questions
Is baking soda the same as baking powder?
No. Baking soda needs an acid such as yogurt or lemon to react, while baking powder already includes an acid.
How much soda should I use in dhokla?
Recipes vary, but many use about 1 teaspoon for a batch made with 1 cup of besan; follow your recipe closely.
How do I check if baking soda is still active?
Drop a pinch into a spoon of vinegar. Lively fizzing means it is still good to use.
Add Tata I-Shakti Soda to your pantry order at SubziCart.com.