Cottage Cheese Pancakes (chhena Poda Jhili Pitha)

Cottage Cheese Pancakes (Chhena Poda Jhili Pitha) are a popular traditional dish from Oriya Cuisine. These delicious pancakes are made with cottage cheese and are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat.

Cottage Cheese Pancakes (chhena Poda Jhili Pitha)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cottage cheese (chhena)
  • 1 cup semolina (sooji)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
  • 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, semolina, sugar, cardamom powder, and milk to form a smooth batter.
  2. Heat a non-stick pan and brush it with ghee.
  3. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it into a round shape.
  4. Cook on medium heat until the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side.
  5. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more ghee to the pan as needed.
  6. Sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
  7. Serve the cottage cheese pancakes hot with a drizzle of honey or syrup.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
10g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Non-stick pan Ladle

Tools

Spatula Brush for ghee

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Enjoy the cottage cheese pancakes with a side of fresh fruit or a hot cup of tea.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the pan is hot before pouring the batter to ensure a golden brown crust.

Cost

$8