Arisa Pitha (Deep-fried Rice Flour Pancakes)

Deep-fried Rice Flour Pancakes, also known as Arisa Pitha, are a popular delicacy in Odia cuisine. These crispy and delicious pancakes are made with rice flour and jaggery, and are often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions.

Arisa Pitha (Deep-fried Rice Flour Pancakes)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rice flour
  • 1 cup grated jaggery
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the rice flour and grated jaggery.
  2. Add water gradually and knead the mixture into a smooth dough.
  3. Divide the dough into small balls and flatten them into pancakes.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the pancakes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
  5. Remove the pancakes from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  6. Serve the deep-fried rice flour pancakes hot and crispy.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
4g

Supplies

Deep pan Paper towels

Tools

Mixing bowl Rolling pin

Serving suggestions

Serve the deep-fried rice flour pancakes with a hot cup of tea or as a dessert after a traditional Odia meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cardamom powder to the dough before frying the pancakes.

Cost

$5