Introduction
Khaja is a layered, deep-fried pastry soaked in sugar syrup. It’s crisp, flaky, and often offered during festivals or religious occasions in Bihar.
- Ingredients:
- 2 cups refined flour (maida)
- 2 tbsp ghee
- Water as needed
- Oil for frying
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup water
- Cardamom powder (optional)
- Instructions:
- Make a dough using flour, ghee, and water.
- Roll into layers and fold into shapes.
- Deep fry until golden.
- Boil sugar and water to make syrup; flavor with cardamom if desired.
- Soak fried khajas in syrup and allow to cool.
- Pro Tip:
Allow the syrup to cool slightly before dipping to retain crispness. - Serving Suggestions:
Serve as a festive dessert or snack with tea. - Fun Fact:
Khaja is also a famous offering at the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, and has been adopted with variations in Bihar.
Source: Khaja: The Crisp and Sweet Delight from Bihar – grameenchator.com