Bihari Anarsa
A delightful and crispy traditional Bihari sweet made from soaked rice and jaggery, generously coated in nutty sesame seeds. Deep-fried to golden perfection, these treats offer a wonderful contrast of a crunchy exterior and a soft, melt-in-the-mouth center.
510min
Total Time
4
Servings
Bihari
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Wash and soak the raw rice in water for 3 days, changing the water daily.
2
On the third day, drain the rice completely and spread it on a clean cotton cloth for about 30 minutes to dry slightly while still retaining moisture.
3
Grind the semi-dried rice into a fine powder and sieve it.
4
Mix the powdered rice with jaggery powder and cardamom powder, adding a few drops of milk if needed to bind.
5
Knead the mixture into a tight dough, cover it tightly, and let it rest for 24 hours.
6
Pinch small lemon-sized portions from the dough, roll them into balls, and press them gently over a bed of sesame seeds to coat one side.
7
Heat ghee in a deep pan on medium-low heat.
8
Slide the discs gently into the hot ghee with the sesame side facing upwards, and fry until golden brown and crisp.
9
Remove with a slotted spoon and let them cool completely before serving.
Ingredients
2 cups raw rice
1 cup powdered jaggery
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup sesame seeds
Ghee or oil for deep frying
1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.