Litti Choka Recipe
For Litti
- Royal Bharat Whole Wheat Atta – 2 cups
- Royal Bharat Channa Sattu – 1 cup
- Royal Bharat Kacchi Ghani Mustard Oil – 1-2 tbsp
- Ghee – 3-4 tbsp for brushing
- Ajwain – 1/2 tsp
- Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
- Finely chopped garlic – 1 tbsp
- Finely chopped ginger – 1 tbsp
- Green chillies (finely chopped) – 1-2
- Pickle masala – 1 tsp (optional)
- Salt – to taste
- Water – for kneading the dough
For Bharta
- Eggplant (baingan) – 1 large
- Tomatoes – 2 large
- Potatoes – 2 medium, boiled and peeled
- Garlic – 2-3 cloves, finely chopped
- Green chillies – 1-2, finely chopped
- Onion – 1 medium, finely chopped
- Mustard oil – 1-2 tbsp
- Coriander leaves – for garnish
- Salt – to taste
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Dough for Litti
- In a mixing bowl, add Royal Bharat Whole Wheat Flour, carom seeds, a pinch of salt, and a bit of Royal Bharat Kacchi Ghani Mustard oil.
- Gradually add water and knead to form a smooth and firm dough. Cover and set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
- In a separate bowl, combine Royal Bharat Channa sattu, finely chopped garlic, ginger, green chillies, cumin seeds, mustard oil, and pickle masala (if using). Mix well.
- Add a little water to this mixture to make it sticky, so it can hold shape when stuffed. Adjust salt and spices as needed.
Step 3: Shape the Litti
- Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
- Flatten a ball in your hand, place a spoonful of filling in the centre, and bring the edges together to seal it.
- Roll it gently between your palms to make a smooth ball. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Step 4: Cook the Litti
- Traditionally, litti is cooked over a coal fire for that smoky flavour, but you can bake it or cook it on a gas stove as well.
- Baking method: 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 through.
- Once done, brush the littis generously with ghee.
Step 5: Prepare the Chokha
- Roast the eggplant and tomatoes over an open flame or in the oven until their skins are charred and they’re cooked through.
- Once cooled, peel the skins and mash the eggplant, tomatoes, and boiled potatoes together.
- Add chopped garlic, green chillies, onion, Royal Bharat Kachi Ghani oil, salt, and coriander leaves. Mix well.
Step 6: Serve
Serve the hot littis with a generous side of chokha and a dollop of ghee on top.