Unlock The Flavor Of Bihar With This Sattu Paratha Recipe

Sattu Paratha is a traditional Bihari stuffed flatbread made with roasted gram flour, spices, and whole wheat dough. The filling is prepared by mixing sattu with onions, garlic, mustard oil, and spices for a flavorful taste. Rolled into parathas, they are cooked on a tawa with ghee and served hot with curd or pickle.

Ingredients

For Dough:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Water (as needed)
• 1 teaspoon oil or ghee (optional)

For Sattu Filling:

• 1 cup sattu (roasted gram flour)
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (grated or minced)
• 1-inch ginger (grated)
• 2 green chilies (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons coriander leaves (chopped)
• ½ teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
• ½ teaspoon nigella seeds (kalonji) (optional)
• ½ teaspoon cumin seeds (jeera)
• ½ teaspoon fennel seeds (saunf)
• 1 teaspoon mustard oil (for authentic flavor)
• ½ teaspoon red chili powder
• ½ teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Salt to taste
• Water (as needed, to moisten the filling)

For Cooking Parathas:

• Ghee or oil (as needed)

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

• In a large bowl, mix whole wheat flour and salt.
• Gradually add water and knead into a smooth, soft dough.
• Apply a little oil or ghee to the dough and knead again for 2-3 minutes.
• Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20-30 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Sattu Filling

• In a mixing bowl, add sattu flour.
• Mix in finely chopped onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies.
• Add ajwain, kalonji, cumin, fennel, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.
• Pour in mustard oil and mix well to combine all the flavors.
• Sprinkle some lemon juice and coriander leaves for freshness.
• Add a few drops of water to moisten the mixture slightly (but do not make it too wet).

Step 3: Stuff and Roll the Parathas

• Divide the dough into equal-sized balls.
• Roll out a ball into a small circle (about 4 inches in diameter).
• Place 2-3 tablespoons of the sattu filling in the center.
• Gather the edges and seal the dough into a round pouch.
• Gently flatten and roll it again into a paratha (about 6-7 inches in diameter).

Step 4: Cook the Parathas

• Heat a tawa or griddle over medium-high heat.
• Place the rolled-out paratha on the hot tawa.
• Cook for 1-2 minutes, then flip to the other side.
• Apply ghee or oil on both sides and cook until golden brown, pressing gently with a spatula.
• Once crisp and golden, remove from the tawa.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

• Serve hot Sattu Paratha with curd, pickles, or green chutney.
• You can also pair it with baingan bharta or a glass of fresh buttermilk for a complete meal.

Tips for Perfect Sattu Paratha:

• Always knead the dough well and let it rest for soft parathas.
• Do not over-moisten the filling; it should be slightly dry to avoid breaking while rolling.
• Mustard oil enhances the authentic taste, but you can replace it with ghee if needed.
• Adjust the spice levels as per your preference.

Enjoy your delicious and protein-rich Sattu Paratha, a healthy and filling meal straight from Bihar’s traditional kitchen.