ARISA PITHA

Ingredients :

Rice powder 750 gms
Molassses (Gud) 500 gms
Sesame seeds 2 tsp
Aniseed (saunf) 1 tsp
Cardamom powder ½ tsp
Water ½ cup

Method :

Boil water in a pan. Add molasses (gud) to it. When the syrup becomes of a thread like consistency (you can check by pouring a drop between two fingers.When you press the fingers together and it leaves a thin string when opened, it’s done ). At this stage add 1 tbsp rice powder at a time and blend it well with the molasses. While mixing add the sesame seeds, aniseed and cardamom powder. Mix well. Let it cool for a while. Make small balls and flatten with palms to make like small puris. Heat a kadai and deep fry the puris on low flame. Serve it hot.

PN: It’s specially made during festivals. Goes well with kheer.

Contributed by : Mrs Meena Panda, Kolkata , West Bengal, India