Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup black gram (urad dal)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
- 1/4 cup water
Special Equipment Needed:
- Bowl
- Rolling pin
- Frying pan
- Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, salt and ghee. Add water and knead into a soft dough. Cover and set aside for 15 minutes.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the black gram, cumin seeds, coriander powder, red chili powder and garam masala.
3. Heat oil and ghee in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and fry until golden brown.
4. Add the black gram mixture and fry for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the tomatoes and tomato paste and fry for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the sugar, salt and coriander leaves and mix well.
7. Add the water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
9. Flatten each ball and fill with 1 tablespoon of the black gram mixture.
10. Seal the edges and shape into a ball.
11. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
12. Fry the littis until golden brown.
13. Serve hot with the tomato sauce.
Time:
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving Size: 8 littis
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250 kcal
Carbohydrates: 33 g
Protein: 8 g
Fat: 10 g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be substituted with all-purpose flour.
- Ghee can be substituted with vegetable oil.
- Black gram can be substituted with split chickpeas.
- Cumin seeds can be substituted with ground cumin.
Variations:
- The littis can be stuffed with other fillings such as mashed potatoes, paneer, or cooked vegetables.
- The tomato sauce can be spiced up with additional spices such as garam masala, cumin powder, or red chili powder.
Tips and Tricks:
- Knead the dough until it is soft and pliable.
- Fry the littis on medium heat to ensure they are cooked through.
- The tomato sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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 a microwave or oven.
Presentation Ideas:
The littis can be served on a bed of lettuce or spinach leaves with a side of tomato sauce.
Garnishes:
The littis can be garnished with chopped coriander leaves and a sprinkle of chaat masala.
Pairings:
The littis can be served with a side of yogurt or raita.
Suggested Side Dishes:
The littis can be served with a side of steamed rice or chapati.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the littis are not cooked through, increase the cooking time.
- If the littis are too dry, add a little more water to the dough.
Food Safety Advice:
- Wash your hands before handling the ingredients.
- Use clean utensils and equipment.
- Cook the littis until they are cooked through.
Food History:
Litti is a traditional dish from the Indian subcontinent. It is made with whole wheat flour and stuffed with a spiced black gram filling.
Flavor Profiles:
The littis have a savory and spicy flavor with a hint of sweetness from the tomato sauce.
Serving Suggestions:
The littis can be served as a snack or as a main course.
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