What is Bhojpuri Litti?

Bhojpuri Litti is a traditional vegetarian dish from Uttar Pradesh, India. It is known for its authentic regional flavors and is a staple of Uttar Pradesh cuisine.

How long does it take to cook Bhojpuri Litti?

Bhojpuri Litti takes approximately 40 mins to cook, plus about 15 minutes of preparation time. The difficulty level is Medium.

What are the main ingredients in Bhojpuri Litti?

The main ingredients in Bhojpuri Litti include: Whole wheat flour, Sattu (roasted gram flour), Mustard oil, Ajwain.

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Bhojpuri Litti

Name: Bhojpuri Litti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Uttar Pradesh Indian
Ingredients: 2cup Whole wheat flour; 1cup Sattu (roasted gram flour); 2tbsp Mustard oil; 1tsp Ajwain

An authentic vegetarian recipe from Uttar Pradesh, India — with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Prep

15 mins

Cook

40 mins

Serves

4 servings

Difficulty

Medium

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The Story Behind the Dish

Bhojpuri Litti is a treasured vegetarian dish from Uttar Pradesh, India — a reflection of the region's ingredients, climate, and culinary traditions passed down through generations.

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Cooking Instructions

Knead the wheat flour with a little oil and water into a firm dough; rest it.
Mix sattu with mustard oil, ajwain, salt and spices to make the filling.
Stuff portions of dough with the sattu filling and seal into balls.
Roast the litti over open flame or in an oven until the crust is crisp and golden.
Dip in ghee and serve hot with chokha.