Cheese Fritters In Sugar Syrup (chhena Jhili)

Cheese Fritters in Sugar Syrup (Chhena Jhili) is a popular sweet dish from the Odia Cuisine. These fritters are made from fresh cheese and soaked in a delicious sugar syrup, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.

Cheese Fritters In Sugar Syrup (chhena Jhili)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cheese (chhena)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, crumble the fresh cheese and knead it into a smooth dough.
  2. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into fritters.
  3. Heat oil in a pan and fry the fritters until they turn golden brown. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a separate pan, combine sugar, water, and cardamom powder to make the sugar syrup. Bring it to a boil and then simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the fried fritters to the sugar syrup and let them soak for 1-2 hours.
  6. Once soaked, the cheese fritters in sugar syrup are ready to be served.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Frying pan Saucepan

Tools

Mixing spoon Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the cheese fritters in sugar syrup as a dessert after a traditional Odia meal.

Tips & tricks

For best results, ensure that the fritters are well soaked in the sugar syrup to enhance their flavor.

Cost

$5