Patishapta

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Patishapta

Rice Flour Crepes with Coconut Filling Origin: West Bengal

Introduction
A traditional Bengali dessert, soft crepes filled with jaggery-coconut mixture, often prepared during festivals like Poush Parbon.

Ingredients:

  • Rice flour
  • Milk
  • Jaggery
  • Grated coconut
  • Cardamom powder

Instructions:

  1. Make a thin batter with rice flour and milk.
  2. Heat a pan and pour a ladle of batter, cook like a crepe.
  3. Prepare filling by cooking grated coconut with jaggery and cardamom.
  4. Place filling on the crepe and roll it.

Pro Tips:

  • Keep the batter slightly runny for soft crepes.
  • Serve immediately for best taste.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve warm as a dessert or tea-time treat.

Fun Fact:
Patishapta literally means “rolled sweet” and is a festive favorite in Bengal.