Authentic Bihari Thekua with Warm Milk
A delightful traditional Bihari sweet made from whole wheat flour, jaggery, and ghee, flavored with aromatic fennel seeds and dry coconut. These crunchy, golden-brown cookies offer a rich, earthy sweetness that pairs wonderfully with a cup of warm milk.
45min
Total Time
4
Servings
Bihari
Cuisine
Recipe
1
In a pan, dissolve the jaggery in water over low heat just until melted, then let it cool down to room temperature.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, grated coconut, fennel seeds, crushed cardamom, and a pinch of salt.
3
Add the ghee to the flour mixture and rub it thoroughly with your fingers until the texture resembles breadcrumbs.
4
Slowly pour the cooled jaggery syrup into the flour mixture, kneading gently to form a stiff, crumbly dough without overworking it.
5
Divide the dough into equal small portions and shape each into a smooth ball, then flatten it slightly with your palms or press against a carved wooden mould for patterns.
6
Heat ghee in a deep kadhai on medium-low heat until moderately hot.
7
Carefully slide the shaped thekuas into the hot ghee and fry on low to medium heat until they turn deep golden-brown and crisp on both sides.
8
Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels, allowing them to cool completely so they harden properly.
9
Serve the crispy thekuas alongside a glass of warm milk.
Ingredients
2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
3/4 cup powdered or grated jaggery
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons pure ghee
2 tablespoons grated dry coconut
1 tablespoon fennel seeds (saunf)
4-5 crushed green cardamom pods
A pinch of salt
Ghee or oil for deep frying
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.