Bati Oven is a popular Indian dish that consists of baked dough balls made from wheat flour, ghee, and milk. These balls are traditionally cooked in a clay oven called a bati oven, which gives them a unique smoky flavor. In this recipe, we will show you how to make Bati Oven at home, using your regular oven.
Ingredients
For the Bati dough: - 2 cups wheat flour - 1/2 cup ghee (clarified butter) - 1/2 cup milk - 1 tsp salt - 1 tsp ajwain seeds (optional) For the Bati stuffing: - 1/2 cup sattu (roasted gram flour) - 1/4 cup finely chopped onion - 1/4 cup finely chopped coriander leaves - 1/2 tsp red chili powder - 1/2 tsp ajwain seeds - Salt to taste For the serving: - Ghee (clarified butter) for brushing - Chopped onion and coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, ghee, milk, salt, and ajwain seeds (if using). Mix well to form a smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes. 2. In another mixing bowl, combine the sattu, onion, coriander leaves, red chili powder, ajwain seeds, and salt. Mix well to form a stuffing mixture. 3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). 4. Take a small portion of the dough and flatten it with your palms. Place a spoonful of the stuffing mixture in the center of the flattened dough. 5. Bring the edges of the dough together to cover the stuffing and form a ball. Repeat with the rest of the dough and stuffing mixture. 6. Brush the dough balls with ghee and place them on a baking tray. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the outer layer is golden brown. 7. Once done, remove the Bati Oven from the oven and brush them with more ghee. Garnish with chopped onion and coriander leaves. 8. Serve hot with dal (lentil soup) and chutney.
Nutrition
One serving of Bati Oven (1 piece) contains approximately: - Calories: 200 - Fat: 10g - Carbohydrates: 25g - Protein: 5g Bati Oven is a high-calorie dish due to the use of ghee, but it is also a good source of protein and carbohydrates. If you want to reduce the calorie count, you can use less ghee or substitute it with a healthier oil.
Conclusion
Bati Oven is a delicious and unique Indian dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weekend dinner. With this easy recipe, you can make it at home and enjoy the smoky flavor of the traditional bati oven. Serve it with dal and chutney for a complete meal that will satisfy your taste buds.