Chhena jalebi
Chhena jalebi or Chhena jilapi is a sweet dish originally from coastal Odisha in eastern India, a state known for desserts made of chhena. Its popularity has spread beyond coastal Odisha, West Bengal and other Eastern regions of the Indian subcontinent.
Chhena jilapi | |
Alternative names | Chhena Jhilapi |
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Course | Dessert |
Place of origin | Odisha |
Region or state | Odisha, West Bengal and Eastern regions of the Indian subcontinent |
Associated national cuisine | India, Bangladesh |
Main ingredients | Cottage cheese or chenna, sugar |
Similar dishes | Jalebi, Imarti, Shahi jilapi |
Preparation
Chhena jilapi are made in a manner very similar to regular jalebis which are popular throughout India. However, the basic ingredient is fresh curd cheese called chhenna.[1] Fresh chhena is thoroughly kneaded and rolled up into shapes similar to pretzels, before being deep fried. The fully fried chhena pretzels are then soaked in a sugary syrup. Chhena jilapis are served either hot or chilled.
References
- Sahu, Deepika (2012). "Discover Odisha's 'sweet' magic - The Times of India". indiatimes.com. Retrieved 3 July 2012.
chenna jilapi (A jalebi made with cheese)
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