Baked Wheat Dumplings With Roasted Eggplant Street Food (bhojpuri Litti Chokha Chaat)

Baked Wheat Dumplings with Roasted Eggplant Street Food (Bhojpuri Litti Chokha Chaat) is a popular dish from Bhojpuri Cuisine, known for its flavorful and aromatic street food. This recipe combines the traditional flavors of Bhojpuri cuisine with a modern twist, making it a perfect snack or appetizer for any occasion.

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Baked Wheat Dumplings With Roasted Eggplant Street Food (bhojpuri Litti Chokha Chaat)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup gram flour
  • 1/2 cup ghee
  • 1 large eggplant
  • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, gram flour, and ghee. Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a firm dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Cut the eggplant into halves and roast them in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
  4. Scoop out the roasted eggplant flesh and mash it in a bowl. Add the chopped tomatoes, onions, green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well to make the chokha filling.
  5. Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls. Flatten each ball and place a spoonful of the chokha filling in the center. Seal the edges and shape them into dumplings.
  6. Place the dumplings on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot as a delicious street food snack.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Baking

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking sheet Mixing bowl

Tools

Oven Baking tray

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Baked Wheat Dumplings with Roasted Eggplant Street Food with a side of mint chutney and tamarind sauce.

Tips & tricks

Tips: You can also grill the dumplings on a barbecue for a smoky flavor.

Cost

$10