Chilka Roti

Introduction

A light, nutritious dish made from rice and urad dal batter, Chilka Roti is a tribal favorite. It’s akin to a dosa but thicker, and often eaten with chutney or sabzi.

1. Preparing the Batter
   Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice (soaked)
• ½ cup urad dal (soaked)
• Salt to taste
• Water (as needed)

Instructions:

• Grind rice and dal into a smooth batter.
• Add salt and mix well. Let rest for 15–20 mins.

2. Cooking the Roti
   Ingredients:

• Prepared batter
• Oil (for greasing)

Instructions:

• Heat tawa and grease lightly.
• Pour batter and spread like a thick pancake.
• Cook on both sides till golden brown.

3. Pro Tips for Perfect Chilka

• Use a well-heated iron tawa for crisp edges.
• Can be made ahead and reheated.

4. Serving Suggestions
   Best served with green chutney, tomato chutney, or dry potato sabzi.
5. Fun Fact
   Chilka Roti is traditionally cooked over clay stoves (chulha) and consumed by tribal families for breakfast or dinner.

🔗 Source: https://www.archanaskitchen.com/chilka-roti