Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 cup of ghee
- 1/2 cup of water
- 2 cups of curd
- 1 teaspoon of cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon of red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of garam masala
- 1 teaspoon of amchur powder
- 2 tablespoons of chopped coriander leaves
- 2 tablespoons of chopped mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons of chopped ginger
- 2 tablespoons of chopped garlic
- 2 tablespoons of chopped green chilies
- 2 tablespoons of oil
- Salt to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Bowl
- Rolling pin
- Frying pan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add the ghee and mix until it forms a crumbly texture.
3. Slowly add the water and mix until it forms a dough.
4. Knead the dough for 5 minutes and then cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the curd, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, amchur powder, coriander leaves, mint leaves, ginger, garlic, green chilies, oil, and salt.
6. Divide the dough into 12 equal parts and roll each part into a ball.
7. Flatten each ball and fill with 1 tablespoon of the curd mixture.
8. Seal the edges and roll into a ball again.
9. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
10. Fry the littis until golden brown.
11. Serve the littis with the remaining curd mixture.
Time:
Preparation Time: 25 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving Size: 12 littis
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be substituted with all-purpose flour.
- Ghee can be substituted with oil.
- Cumin powder can be substituted with cumin seeds.
- Coriander powder can be substituted with coriander seeds.
- Red chili powder can be substituted with paprika.
- Amchur powder can be substituted with lemon juice.
- Coriander leaves can be substituted with parsley.
- Mint leaves can be substituted with basil.
Variations:
- The littis can be stuffed with other fillings such as mashed potatoes, paneer, or vegetables.
- The curd mixture can be flavored with other spices such as turmeric powder, black pepper, or garam masala.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to knead the dough for at least 5 minutes to ensure that it is soft and pliable.
- The dough should be slightly sticky but not too wet.
- The littis should be fried over medium heat to ensure that they are cooked through.
Storage instructions:
The littis can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
The littis can be reheated in the microwave or in a pan over medium heat.
Presentation ideas:
The littis can be served on a plate with the remaining curd mixture and garnished with chopped coriander leaves.
Garnishes:
Chopped coriander leaves
Pairings:
The littis can be served with chutney or pickle.
Suggested side dishes:
The littis can be served with rice or roti.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a few tablespoons of water and knead until it comes together.
- If the dough is too wet, add a few tablespoons of flour and knead until it comes together.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients.
- Make sure to cook the littis thoroughly before serving.
Food history:
Litti is a traditional dish from the Indian state of Bihar. It is made with whole wheat flour and stuffed with a mixture of spices and curd.
Flavor profiles:
The littis have a savory flavor with a hint of spice from the cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and garam masala.
Serving suggestions:
The littis can be served as a snack or as a main dish.
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