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  Litti Chokha vs Sattu Paratha vs Fried Litti as Kachori: How Are These Dishes Similar Yet Different? When it comes to traditional Bihari and Eastern Indian cuisine, a few rustic yet deeply flavorful dishes stand out— Litti Chokha , Sattu Paratha , and Fried Litti (as Kachori) . While they may seem similar at a glance, especially with their shared use of sattu (roasted gram flour) as a core ingredient, each dish has its own unique identity, preparation style, and culinary context.   1. Litti Chokha: The Icon of Bihari Cuisine Litti Chokha is perhaps the most celebrated dish from Bihar and parts of Eastern Uttar Pradesh. It comprises litti , a ball made from wheat flour dough stuffed with a spiced sattu mixture, traditionally baked over cow dung or wood fire, and chokha , a mashed vegetable preparation made from roasted eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, and boiled potatoes. Cooking Method : Traditionally roasted or baked (now sometimes tandoor or air-fried). ...