Pitha Recipe
Pitha: A Celebration of Bengali Flavors in Every Bite!
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Servings: 4 People
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
For Dough:
- 1 Cup Rice flour
- 1/2 Cup Water
For Filling:
- 1 Cup Grated coconut
- 1/2 Cup Grated jaggery
- 1/4 tsp Cardamom powder
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine grated coconut, grated jaggery, and cardamom powder. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly combined. This will be your sweet filling for the Pitha.
Prepare the Dough
- In a separate bowl, mix the rice flour with water to form a smooth dough. Adjust the amount of water as needed to achieve the right consistency. The dough should be soft and pliable.
Shape the Pitha
- Take a small portion of the dough and flatten it with your palms to form a small disc. Place a spoonful of the coconut-jaggery filling in the center of the disc. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to encase it completely, shaping it into a ball or any desired shape.
Cook the Pitha
- You can choose to cook Pitha in different ways
Frying
- Heat ghee or oil in a pan and fry the Pitha until they turn golden brown on all sides.
Steaming
- Place the Pitha in a steamer and steam for about 15-20 minutes until they are cooked through.
Boiling
- Drop the Pitha into boiling water and cook until they float to the surface, indicating they are done.
Serve
- Once cooked, remove the Pitha from the cooking medium and allow them to cool slightly.Serve the Pitha warm or at room temperature as a delightful sweet treat for festivals or special occasions.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 1g