Introduction
Thekua is a deep-fried cookie made from wheat flour, jaggery, and ghee. A staple during Chhath Puja, it’s both nutritious and delicious.
- Ingredients:
- 2 cups wheat flour
- 1 cup jaggery (melted in warm water)
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- Grated coconut (optional)
- Oil for deep frying
- Instructions:
- Mix flour with ghee and fennel seeds.
- Add jaggery syrup gradually to make a pliable dough.
- Shape into discs and deep-fry until golden.
- Pro Tip:
Use wooden molds to imprint traditional designs on the thekua. - Serving Suggestions:
Perfect as a dry snack with tea or as prasad. - Fun Fact:
Thekua remains edible for several days without refrigeration, making it a travel-friendly snack.