How to Make Fried Litti

Are you ready to elevate your culinary adventure with a crispy and delectable version of the traditional Bihari dish? Enter Fried Litti! This delightful twist takes the authentic Litti recipe up a notch by frying the wheat flour balls stuffed with savory sattu filling to golden perfection. The combination of a crunchy exterior and a flavorful interior makes Fried Litti a mouthwatering treat that will leave you craving for more. Let’s dive into the step-by-step process of making this irresistible snack and indulge in the crispy goodness!

Ingredients: For the Litti:

• 2 cups wheat flour
• 1 cup roasted gram flour (sattu)
• 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
• 1 teaspoon nigella seeds (kalonji)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Water (for kneading the dough)

For the Fried Litti:

• Vegetable oil (for frying)
• Stuffed Litti balls (from the above recipe)

For serving:

• Chokha (optional but highly recommended; recipe included in the “Tawa Litti” article above)

Instructions:

Step 1: Making the Litti Dough

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, ghee, carom seeds, nigella seeds, and salt.
2. Gradually add water and knead the ingredients to form a firm and smooth dough.
3. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and set it aside for 20-30 minutes to rest.

Step 2: Preparing the Stuffing

1. In a separate bowl, mix the roasted gram flour (sattu) with a pinch of salt and add some water to make a semi-dry stuffing mixture. It should hold together when pressed.

Step 3: Shaping the Litti

1. Take a portion of the dough and form small lemon-sized balls with your palms.
2. Flatten each ball and place a spoonful of the stuffing in the center.
3. Carefully seal the dough, ensuring the stuffing is enclosed entirely.

Step 4: Frying the Litti

1. In a deep frying pan or kadhai, heat enough vegetable oil to submerge the Litti balls while frying.
2. Once the oil is hot, gently place the stuffed Litti balls into the hot oil. Fry them on medium heat, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
3. Fry until the Litti turns golden brown and attains a crispy texture on the outside. This should take around 4-5 minutes.
4. Remove the Fried Litti from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 5: Serving Fried Litti

1. Once the Fried Litti has cooled slightly, serve them while they are still warm and crispy.
2. To complete the experience, serve the Fried Litti with the traditional chokha, as explained in the “Tawa Litti” article above.