Cottage Cheese Pancakes (chhena Gaja Pitha)

Cottage Cheese Pancakes, also known as Chhena Gaja Pitha, are a delicious and traditional dish from Oriya Cuisine. These sweet and savory pancakes are perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

Cottage Cheese Pancakes (chhena Gaja Pitha)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cottage cheese (chhena)
  • 1 cup semolina (sooji)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, semolina, sugar, and cardamom powder. Mix well to form a smooth dough.
  2. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into flat round pancakes.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the pancakes until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Remove the pancakes from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  5. Serve the cottage cheese pancakes hot with a sprinkle of sugar on top.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
15g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Frying pan Spatula Paper towels

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the cottage cheese pancakes with a side of fresh fruit and a hot cup of tea.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of ghee to the pancake dough.

Cost

$5