Authentic Bihari Thekua with Desi Ghee
Crisp and crumbly whole wheat cookies infused with aromatic fennel seeds and rich jaggery syrup. This traditional Bihari delicacy is deeply comforting and offers a delightful caramelised sweetness in every bite.
45min
Total Time
4
Servings
Bihari
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Dissolve the jaggery powder in warm water completely to make a thin syrup and let it cool down.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, semolina, fennel seeds, cardamom powder, and a pinch of salt.
3
Add melted desi ghee to the dry ingredients and rub it well with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
4
Gradually pour the jaggery syrup into the flour mixture, kneading gently to form a very stiff, crumbly dough without overworking it.
5
Divide the dough into equal small portions and shape them into tight balls or oval patties.
6
Press each piece against a traditional wooden mould or the back of a fork to create a decorative textured pattern.
7
Heat ghee in a kadhai on medium-low flame and gently slide in the shaped thekuas.
8
Fry them slowly on low heat until they turn deep golden brown and crispy on both sides, then drain on absorbent paper.
Ingredients
2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
1/2 cup semolina (suji)
3/4 cup jaggery powder
1/2 cup warm water
4 tablespoons melted desi ghee
1 teaspoon fennel seeds (saunf)
1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
A pinch of salt
Ghee or oil for deep frying
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.