Litti/Mauritian litti flat bread/ Grandma's special tasty flat bread

sattu (roasted gram flour)

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour offers similar texture with added protein.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil is a dairy-free alternative with health benefits.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried spices

Fresh herbs can enhance flavor without added calories.

Combine plain flour and salt in a bowl.

Add warm water gradually and knead until smooth.

Cover the dough and let it rest for a while.

Add oil to the dough and mix well.

Divide the dough into equal balls and flatten each.

Place sliced onion, chillies, coriander, scallion, and curry leaves in the center of each flattened dough.

Seal the dough around the filling and shape into balls.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Place the stuffed balls on a baking tray and brush with butter.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

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