Chhilka Roti facts for kids
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| Alternative names | Chilka Roti |
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| Type | Bread |
| Place of origin | India |
| Region or state | Jharkhand |
| Main ingredients | Rice, Chana Dal |
Chhilka Roti is a special kind of flatbread from Jharkhand, a state in India. It's also known as Chilka Roti. This tasty bread is made from a mix of rice flour and a type of lentil called chana dal (which are split chickpeas). People often enjoy Chhilka Roti with different kinds of chutney, fresh vegetables, or even meat dishes.
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Making Chhilka Roti
Making Chhilka Roti is a fun process that starts the night before you want to eat it!
Getting Ready
First, you need to soak rice and chana dal in water overnight. This makes them soft and easy to work with. The next morning, you drain the water and grind the soaked rice and dal into a smooth, thick mixture called a batter. A little salt is added to the batter for flavor.
Cooking the Roti
To cook the Chhilka Roti, you heat a tawa, which is a flat griddle, and grease it with a tiny bit of oil. Then, you pour about half a bowl of the batter onto the hot tawa and spread it out. As it cooks, the mixture turns a light brown color. Once one side is lightly browned, you flip the bread over to cook the other side. When both sides are nicely roasted and light brown, your Chhilka Roti is ready to eat!
What to Eat with Chhilka Roti
Chhilka Roti is super versatile! It's usually served warm with a variety of delicious sides. You can enjoy it with spicy or sweet chutney, different cooked vegetables, or even with meat dishes. It's a popular and comforting meal in Jharkhand.
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