Litti Chokha

Method8 steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Litti Filling

   制作利提馅料

   In a bowl, mix roasted gram flour, finely chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, red chili powder, black salt (kala namak), salt, mustard oil, lemon juice, and cilantro leaves.

   在碗中混合烤鹰嘴豆粉、细碎洋葱、青辣椒、生姜、孜然籽、芝麻、红辣椒粉、印度黑盐、盐、芥末油、柠檬汁和香菜叶。

   ⏱5 min

   • 💡 The filling should be loose but hold together when pinched.馅料应呈松散但可捏合的状态
   
2. 2

   Knead the Dough

   揉制面团

   Place whole wheat flour (atta) in a large bowl, gradually add warm water, and knead into a smooth, soft dough.

   将全麦面粉放入大碗，逐渐加入温水，揉成光滑且柔软的面团。

   ⏱7 min

   • 💡 Add water in small increments to prevent the dough from becoming too wet.水要少量多次加入，防止面团过稀
   
3. 3

   Rest the Dough

   面团静置

   Cover the kneaded dough with a damp cloth and let it rest.

   将揉好的面团盖上湿布静置。

   ⏱15 min

   • 💡 Resting relaxes the gluten, making it easier to wrap the filling.静置有助于面筋松弛，方便后续包馅
   
4. 4

   Shape the Dough Balls

   包制面球

   Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Flatten each into an 8cm-diameter disc (thicker in the center), fill with about 15g of filling, pinch the seam closed, and roll into a ball.

   面团分成8等份，压成直径8cm面片（中心厚），包入约15g馅料，收口捏紧搓圆。

   ⏱10 min

   • 💡 Pinch the seam tightly to prevent the filling from leaking during baking.封口处一定要捏紧，防止烤制时漏馅
   
5. 5

   Bake the Litti

   烤制利提

   Preheat the oven to 200°C and bake for 25-30 minutes, or roast over an open flame on low heat, turning frequently until charred. Brush with ghee while hot.

   烤箱预热200°C烤25-30分钟，或用明火小火不断翻转烤至焦黄。热时涂抹酥油。

   ⏱30 min

   • 💡 Cracks on the surface indicate success.表面出现裂纹是成功的标志
   • 💡 Brushing with ghee makes the texture more fragrant and crispy.涂抹酥油能使口感更香酥
   
6. 6

   Roast the Vegetables

   烤制蔬菜

   Roast the eggplant, tomato, and potato over an open flame or in a 200°C oven for 20-25 minutes until the skins are charred and the flesh is soft.

   将茄子、番茄、土豆在明火上或200°C烤箱烤20-25分钟至皮焦肉软。

   ⏱25 min

   • 💡 Roasting over an open flame gives a unique smoky flavor.明火烤制能带来独特的烟熏味
   
7. 7

   Make the Chokha

   制作巧卡

   Peel and mash the vegetables. Add chopped garlic, green chilies, salt, and mustard oil, and mix well. Garnish with cilantro.

   蔬菜去皮捣碎，加入切碎的大蒜、青辣椒、盐、芥末油混合均匀，撒上香菜。

   ⏱5 min

   • 💡 The vegetable mash doesn't need to be too smooth; a slightly chunky texture is better.蔬菜泥不需要太细腻，保留一点块状口感更好
   
8. 8

   Plate and Serve

   摆盘上菜

   Plate the litti with the chokha. Serve hot, breaking the litti open by hand and dipping it into the vegetable mash.

   将利提摆盘，配上巧卡，趁热用手掰开利提蘸取蔬菜泥食用。

   ⏱1 min

   • 💡 This is the traditional Indian way to eat it.这是印度传统的吃法