Kanpur Litti Chokha Bonanza
Kanpur Litti Chokha is a traditional Indian dish made with whole wheat flour, sattu flour, ghee, potatoes, brinjals, tomatoes, green chilies, and mustard oil. The littis are a type of flatbread that is cooked on a griddle or in a tawa, while the chokha is a vegetable dish that is made with boiled potatoes and brinjals. The littis and chokha are typically served together with pickle and chutney.
Litti chokha is a traditional dish from the Indian state of Bihar. It is believed to have originated in the city of Kanpur, which is located in the eastern part of the state. The dish is said to have been created by a group of laborers who were working on the construction of a railway line. The laborers were from a poor village and they could not afford to eat expensive food. They came up with the idea of making a dish that was both filling and affordable. They used locally available ingredients such as whole wheat flour, sattu flour, ghee, potatoes, brinjals, tomatoes, green chilies, and mustard oil. The dish was a hit with the laborers and it soon became popular throughout the state of Bihar.
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Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 45 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Whole wheat flour
  • Sattu flour
  • Ghee
  • Potatoes
  • Brinjals
  • Tomatoes
  • Green chilies
  • Mustard oil
Instructions
  1. Combine whole wheat flour and sattu flour in a bowl.
  2. Add ghee and mix well.
  3. Add water to form a dough. Knead until smooth and elastic.
  4. Divide the dough into small balls.
  5. Roll out each ball into a thin circle.
  6. Heat mustard oil in a pan.
  7. Shallow fry the littis until golden brown.
  8. For the chokha, boil potatoes and brinjals until tender.
Why It Works
  • The combination of whole wheat flour and sattu flour gives the littis a unique flavor and texture.
  • The ghee adds richness and flavor to the littis.
  • The mustard oil gives the littis a slightly smoky flavor.
  • The boiled potatoes and brinjals in the chokha are soft and flavorful.
  • The tomatoes and green chilies add a bit of spice and acidity to the chokha.
  • The pickle and chutney add a bit of extra flavor and spice to the dish.