Cottage Cheese Pancakes (chhena Poda Jhili Puli Pitha)
Cottage Cheese Pancakes, also known as Chhena Poda Jhili Puli Pitha, are a traditional delicacy from Oriya Cuisine. These pancakes are made with fresh cottage cheese and are a popular choice for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cottage cheese (chhena)
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup jaggery, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup water
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh cottage cheese, rice flour, grated jaggery, and cardamom powder.
- Add water gradually and knead the mixture into a smooth dough.
- Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into round pancakes.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the pancakes until they are golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the pancakes from the pan and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
- Serve the Cottage Cheese Pancakes hot with a cup of tea or as a snack.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Frying pan Spatula
Tools
Rolling pin
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the Cottage Cheese Pancakes with a dollop of fresh cream or a drizzle of honey.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the pancakes to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
Cost
$5