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As winter arrives, the craving for traditional Indian comfort food begins. Suppose you’re longing for the authentic Sattu Paratha, a signature delicacy from Bihar and Eastern Uttar Pradesh. In that case, you need not travel to the countryside as you can prepare this flavourful dish right in your own kitchen. Nutritious, tangy, and packed with protein, this wholesome paratha keeps you energised in the cold months and helps combat protein deficiency. Whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, it’s a true taste of India that’s easy to make with ingredients you already have in your pantry. How To Make ‘Sattu Paratha’ At Home Ingredients For the Filling: Sattu (roasted gram flour) – 1 cup Onion – 1 small, finely chopped Garlic – 1 tbsp, finely chopped Ginger – 1 tsp, finely chopped Green chillies – 4–5, finely chopped Fresh coriander leaves – 1 handful, chopped Carom seeds (ajwain) – ½ tsp Lemon juice – 1 tsp Mustard oil – 1 tbsp Mango pickle masala – 1 tbsp Salt – to taste For the Dough: Whole wheat flour – 2 cups Carom seeds – 1 tsp Nigella seeds (kalonji) – ½ tsp Salt – a pinch Water – as required Step-By-Step Method Knead the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the wheat flour, carom seeds, nigella seeds, and salt. Gradually add water to form a soft dough. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10-15 minutes. Prepare the Sattu Filling: In another bowl, mix the sattu with onion, garlic, ginger, green chillies, coriander leaves, carom seeds, mustard oil, lemon juice, pickle masala, and salt. If the mixture feels too dry, add a few drops of water or oil until it binds nicely. Roll and Fill: Take a small portion of the dough and roll it into a circle. Spoon some of the sattu filling into the centre, seal the edges carefully, and roll it out gently into a paratha. Be cautious not to let the filling spill out. Cook on a Tawa: Place the paratha on a hot griddle (tawa) and cook until both sides are golden brown. Brush lightly with ghee or oil and fry until crisp and fragrant. Serve the Traditional Way: Serve hot Sattu Parathas with chilled yoghurt, onion salad, or spicy green chilli pickle. Perfect for breakfast or lunch, this dish brings the warmth of Bihar to your table. Tips For The Perfect ‘Sattu Paratha’ Mustard oil enhances the authentic flavour. Add red chilli powder for extra heat if you like it spicier. For children, reduce the chillies and serve with a dollop of ghee.
