Arsa (Jaggery-Coated Rice Flour Fritters)

Jaggery-Coated Rice Flour Fritters, also known as Arsa, are a traditional sweet delicacy from Jharkhandi Cuisine. These fritters are made by coating rice flour in jaggery syrup and then deep-frying until crispy and golden brown. They are perfect for special occasions and festivals.

Arsa (Jaggery-Coated Rice Flour Fritters)

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a pan, melt jaggery with water to make a syrup.
  2. Once the jaggery syrup is ready, slowly add rice flour and mix well to form a dough.
  3. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into round fritters.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan and deep-fry the fritters until golden brown.
  5. Remove the fritters from the oil and let them cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
5g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Pan Deep pan for frying

Tools

Mixing spoon Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Jaggery-Coated Rice Flour Fritters as a sweet treat during festivals or special occasions.

Tips & tricks

Make sure the jaggery syrup is not too hot when mixing with the rice flour to avoid burning your hands.

Cost

$5