Sattu Paratha

Sattu Paratha Recipe

Sattu paratha is a traditional stuffed Indian flatbread made by filling wheat dough with a spiced mixture of roasted chana sattu.

It is particularly popular in Bihar and neighbouring regions.

Ingredients
For the Dough
Whole wheat flour
Water
Salt
For the Filling
Chana sattu
Finely chopped onion
Green chilli
Coriander
Lemon juice
Ajwain
Roasted cumin powder
Salt
A little water
How to Make Sattu Paratha
1. Prepare the Dough

Mix wheat flour with water and knead into a soft dough. Allow it to rest for around 15–20 minutes.

2. Prepare the Filling

Mix sattu with onion, chilli, coriander, lemon juice and spices.

Add a little water if necessary. The filling should hold together without becoming wet.

3. Stuff the Paratha

Take a portion of dough and flatten it. Place the sattu filling in the centre and bring the edges together to seal.

4. Roll

Gently roll the stuffed dough into a paratha.

5. Cook

Cook on a hot tawa until both sides are cooked and develop golden spots.

Add ghee or oil according to preference.

What Goes Well With Sattu Paratha?

Sattu paratha can be served with:

Curd
Pickle
Chokha
Green chutney
A glass of sattu sharbat

Sattu paratha is a delicious way to enjoy the distinctive flavour of roasted chana sattu.