Bihari Litti Chokha
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Bihari Litti Chokha
Authentic East India · Restaurant Style

Bihari Litti Chokha Recipe

Pure Veg📍East India🍽️Lunch & Dinner⏱️45 mins⚡Medium👥Serves 4Vegetarian
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Bihari Litti Chokha is an authentic East India Vegetarian celebrated for its traditional flavors. Made with 12 metric-measured ingredients (including Whole Wheat Flour (Atta), Roasted Sattu (Gram Flour), Eggplant (Baingan), Potato, Tomato), this recipe takes approximately 45 mins to prepare and serves 4. On Shopvora, you can scale servings and order all ingredients in one click directly to your Swiggy Instamart cart for 10-15 minute doorstep delivery.

Ingredients for Bihari Litti Chokha

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1
Whole Wheat Flour (Atta)
2 cups (250 g)
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2
Roasted Sattu (Gram Flour)
1.5 cups (200 g)
3
Eggplant (Baingan)
1 medium (250 g)
4
Potato
2 medium (200 g)
5
Tomato
2 medium (180 g)
6
Garlic
6 cloves
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7
Green Chilies
3, chopped
8
Mustard Oil
4 tbsp
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9
Ajwain (Carom Seeds)
1/2 tsp
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10
Lemon Juice
1 tbsp
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11
Ghee
3 tbsp
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Salt
1.5 tsp
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Knead whole wheat flour with a pinch of salt and ghee into a firm dough; rest 20 minutes.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Knead whole wheat flour with a pinch of salt and ghee into a firm dough; rest 20 minutes.
2
Mix roasted sattu (gram flour) with chopped onion, garlic, ginger, green chili, lemon juice, ajwain, and mustard oil into a crumbly, moist stuffing.
3
Shape dough into balls, stuff generously with the sattu filling, and seal into smooth balls.
4
Roast the littis directly over hot coals or in a 200°C oven, turning often, until deep brown and cooked through, about 30 minutes.
5
For the chokha, roast eggplant, tomato and potato over flame until charred, peel, and mash together with mustard oil, garlic, green chili and coriander.
6
Dip hot littis in ghee and serve with the smoky chokha.
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Chef's Secrets & Pro Cooking Tips

Professional culinary techniques for restaurant-quality Bihari Litti Chokha at home

1

Bloom Spices in Warm Fat

Whole spices (cumin, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon) release their fat-soluble flavor compounds only when bloomed in hot ghee or mustard oil before wet ingredients are introduced.

2

Balance Acid, Fat & Heat

If the gravy feels heavy or flat, a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of amchur (dry mango powder) brightens the entire profile instantly.

3

Deglaze the Pan (Fond Retention)

Scrape the caramelized browned bits sticking to the bottom of your kadai using a splash of warm water. That fond contains the most concentrated umami flavor.

🥗Nutritional Breakdown

Estimated nutritional facts per serving (based on 4 servings)

Nutrient Dense
Calories
292kcal
18% DV
Protein
17g
34% DV
Carbs
46g
17% DV
Fat
24g
31% DV
Fiber
8g
29% DV
Sodium
592mg
26% DV

* Percent Daily Values (% DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet. Actual nutritional requirements may differ based on age, gender, and physical activity level.

Culinary Tags

#Litti Chokha#Bihari#East Indian#Vegetarian#Sattu
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Frequently Asked Questions & Cooking Guide

Answers to common questions about preparing, storing, and customizing Bihari Litti Chokha

Allow the prepared Bihari Litti Chokha to cool completely to room temperature. Transfer into an airtight glass or BPA-free container and refrigerate at 4°C or below for up to 3 to 4 days. Reheat gently in a covered pan over low heat or microwave with a splash of water to restore authentic moisture and aroma.

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