Authentic Bihari Litti Chokha with Warm Desi Ghee
Experience the rustic charm of rural Bihar with these smoky whole wheat balls stuffed with spiced sattu, served alongside a fiery, roasted eggplant and tomato mash. Drizzled generously with warm desi ghee, this traditional wholesome meal offers a comforting burst of earthy flavors.
70min
Total Time
4
Servings
Bihari
Cuisine
Recipe
1
In a large bowl, mix whole wheat flour, a pinch of salt, and a little water to knead a firm dough. Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.
2
For the filling, combine sattu, chopped onions, ginger, garlic, green chilies, coriander leaves, lemon juice, ajwain, mustard oil, and salt in a bowl. Mix well, adding a splash of water if needed to make it crumbly yet bound.
3
Divide the dough into equal portions, roll into balls, and flatten the center to stuff with the sattu mixture. Seal the edges carefully and shape back into smooth round balls.
4
Bake the littis in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the crust is golden brown and slightly charred.
5
For the chokha, roast the eggplant and tomatoes directly over an open flame until the skin is charred and the pulp is soft. Peel off the skin.
6
Mash the roasted eggplant and tomatoes in a bowl, mix in finely chopped garlic, green chilies, mustard oil, and salt.
7
Dip the hot baked littis generously into melted desi ghee and serve immediately alongside the spicy chokha.
Ingredients
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup roasted gram flour (sattu)
2 tablespoons mustard oil
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 inch ginger, finely grated
2 green chilies, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ajwain (carom seeds)
1 large eggplant (baingan)
2 medium tomatoes
4 cloves garlic (for chokha)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup desi ghee, melted
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