Narikolor Bhap Pitha

Narikolor bhap pitha a special dish in Assamese Cuisine.

Ingredients

• For the filling : 1/2 coconut, grated few cardamoms 1/2 cup sugar
• For the dough (cover) : 2 cups flour 3 tbsp ghee or refine oil little water
• For frying : 1/2 ltr refine oil

Method

Step 1

Mix all the ingredients for filling and roast on low heat.

Step 2

When done keep aside. Knead flour and refine oil well. Add little water at a time and keep kneading till the dough is soft. Make 20 equal portions.

Step 3

Method of shaping the Pitha, follow the above picture anti clock wise. Roll out like puri, put little filling on it, fold and press the sides so that the filling can not come out. Now press the edges giving a twist with your finger. This gives the beautiful frilly edged look.

Step 4

Shape the Pithas and keep aside. Heat oil and deep fry the Pithas 3 or 4 at a time in medium heat till they are golden brown.

Step 5

This Pitha can be stored for a week. Serve them warm if you like, by heating for a minute in micro wave oven.

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