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A delicious twist on the classic Bihari litti! These whole wheat dough balls are filled with a spicy scrambled egg mixture, then roasted to perfection. A hearty and unique snack or meal, best enjoyed with a dollop of ghee.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Dough
Make the Egg Stuffing
A delicious twist on the classic Bihari litti! These whole wheat dough balls are filled with a spicy scrambled egg mixture, then roasted to perfection. A hearty and unique snack or meal, best enjoyed with a dollop of ghee.
This bihari recipe takes 60 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 409.81 calories per serving with 14.78g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or snack or brunch.
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Assemble the Litti
Cook the Litti
Serve
For a vegetarian version, replace the egg with an equal amount of crumbled paneer (Indian cottage cheese) or traditional sattu (roasted gram flour) filling.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of amchur (dry mango powder) or a squeeze of lemon juice to the egg stuffing for a tangy twist.
For the most authentic flavor, cook the littis on a charcoal grill or traditional cow dung fire (upale) until charred and cooked through.
The egg stuffing provides high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and maintaining overall body function.
Made with whole wheat flour (atta), these littis are a good source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, which provide sustained energy and promote digestive health.
Ghee, when used in moderation, is a source of healthy fats, including conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), and fat-soluble vitamins like A, E, and D.
One serving, which consists of two Egg Stuffed Littis, contains approximately 535 calories. The calorie count can vary based on the amount of ghee used for dipping.
It can be a part of a balanced diet. It provides protein from eggs and fiber from whole wheat flour. However, it is calorie-dense due to the use of ghee. For a healthier version, you can reduce the amount of ghee for dipping or bake them instead of pan-roasting with extra oil.
Yes, you can prepare the dough up to 24 hours in advance. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator. Allow it to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before you start making the littis.
While traditional sattu litti is served with chokha (a mash of roasted vegetables), this egg-stuffed version is quite flavorful on its own. It also pairs well with green coriander-mint chutney, tomato chutney, or a simple yogurt dip.
Store leftover littis in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. To reheat, place them in a hot pan, oven, or air fryer until they are heated through and the outer layer becomes crisp again.
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