Bengali Teler Pitha Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, grated coconut, jaggery, and a pinch of salt.
• STEP 2.Gradually add water to the mixture and mix well to form a smooth batter.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai.
• STEP 4.Take a small portion of the batter and drop it into the hot oil using a spoon.
• STEP 5.Fry the pithas on medium heat until they turn golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 6.Remove the pithas from the oil and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
• STEP 7.Serve the Bengali Teler Pitha hot as a dessert or snack.
• STEP 8.Store any leftover pithas in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the batter is not too thick or too thin. It should have a pouring consistency.
• You can add a pinch of cardamom powder or nutmeg powder to the batter for extra flavor.
• To make the pithas more crispy, you can add a tablespoon of semolina to the batter.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Bengali Teler Pitha hot as a dessert or snack.
• Store any leftover pithas in an airtight container for up to 2 days.