Litti Choka

Experience the authentic flavors of Bihar with this traditional Litti Chokha recipe, a rustic and wholesome Indian dish that's as satisfying as it is flavorful! Litti, baked whole wheat dumplings stuffed with a spiced sattu (roasted chickpea flour) filling, are paired with Chokha, a smoky and tangy mash of roasted brinjal, tomatoes, and potatoes. The unique use of mustard oil, nigella seeds, and carom seeds lends a bold, earthy taste, while the homemade ghee glaze adds richness to the golden-brown littis. Perfect for lovers of regional Indian cuisine, this dish beautifully balances hearty textures and robust flavors. Serve hot with an extra drizzle of ghee for a deeply comforting meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Whole wheat flour
• 250 grams Sattu (roasted chickpea flour)
• 75 milliliters Mustard oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 2 Green chilies, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Nigella seeds (kalonji)
• 1 teaspoon Carom seeds (ajwain)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 large Brinjal (eggplant)
• 3 medium Tomatoes
• 3 medium Boiled potatoes, peeled and mashed
• 0 to taste Salt
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, chopped
• 50 grams Ghee
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, 2 tablespoons of mustard oil, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add water and knead into a smooth dough. Cover and set aside for 30 minutes.

Step 2

For the stuffing, in another bowl, combine sattu, chopped onion, garlic, ginger, green chilies, 2 tablespoons mustard oil, nigella seeds, carom seeds, lemon juice, and salt to taste. Mix well and form a crumbly mixture.

Step 3

Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls. Flatten each ball slightly and place a spoonful of the sattu mixture in the center.

Step 4

Carefully bring the edges together to seal and form a smooth ball. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the littis on a baking tray and bake for about 25-30 minutes, turning them halfway, until they are golden brown.

Step 6

Meanwhile, roast the brinjal and tomatoes over an open flame until the skin is charred and they become soft. You can do this on a gas stove or grill.

Step 7

Once roasted, immerse the brinjals and tomatoes in water and peel off the charred skin. Mash them along with the boiled potatoes in a mixing bowl.

Step 8

Add chopped coriander leaves, 1 tablespoon mustard oil, salt, and chopped green chilies to the mashed vegetables. Mix well to make the chokha.

Step 9

Once the littis are baked, brush them with a generous amount of ghee.

Step 10

Serve the hot littis with the smokey chokha on the side. Enjoy this rustic dish with additional ghee if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2786.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4425.4

Total Fat 155.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 142.9mg	0%
Sodium 3210.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 652.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 150.7g	0%
Total Sugars 85.9g
Protein 143.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 567.7mg	0%
Iron 35.7mg	0%
Potassium 8498.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 56.9%