Pan-Fried Litti with Spiced Sattu Filling

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-09 · Updated 2026-07-09

Golden pan-fried litti balls stuffed with a flavorful spiced sattu mixture, a beloved street food from Bihar perfect for a wholesome snack or light meal. This Indian-inspired street-food recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs whole wheat flour, roasted sattu flour, finely chopped onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 5, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups (240 g) whole wheat flour
• 1 cup (120 g) roasted sattu flour
• 1 medium (100 g) finely chopped onion
• 2 finely chopped green chilies
• 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves
• 1 tsp ginger paste
• 1/2 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
• 3 tbsp mustard oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• about 3/4 cup (180 ml) water
• 4 tbsp ghee or oil for frying

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups whole wheat flour and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually add about 3/4 cup water and knead into a firm dough. Cover and set aside.
2. Step 2: In another bowl, mix 1 cup roasted sattu flour, 1 tsp salt, 1 medium finely chopped onion, 2 finely chopped green chilies, 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves, 1 tsp ginger paste, 1/2 tsp carom seeds, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 3 tbsp mustard oil to form a moist, crumbly filling.
3. Step 3: Divide the dough into 10 equal portions. Roll each portion into a small ball and flatten into 3-inch discs.
4. Step 4: Place about 2 tbsp of the sattu filling in the center of each disc. Carefully bring the edges together and seal tightly, shaping into round balls.
5. Step 5: Heat 4 tbsp ghee or oil in a heavy pan over medium heat. Place litti balls and pan-fry, turning occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and evenly cooked.
6. Step 6: Remove from pan and serve hot with chokha (mashed spiced vegetables) or yogurt.