Cottage Cheese Pancakes (chhena Kheeri Jhili Puli Pitha)
Cottage Cheese Pancakes, also known as Chhena Kheeri Jhili Puli Pitha, are a popular delicacy in Oriya cuisine. These pancakes are made with fresh cottage cheese and are a delightful treat for breakfast or as a dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cottage cheese (chhena)
- 1 cup semolina (sooji)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup grated coconut
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh cottage cheese, semolina, sugar, cardamom powder, and grated coconut. Mix well to form a smooth dough.
- Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into flat round pancakes.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the pancakes until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the pancakes from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the cottage cheese pancakes hot with a sprinkle of grated coconut 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
- 180 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Frying pan Spatula Paper towels
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the cottage cheese pancakes with a drizzle of honey or a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the cottage cheese is well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the pancakes.
Cost
$5