Thekua

Introduction

A traditional sweet snack made during Chhath Puja, Thekua is a crunchy wheat and jaggery cookie, flavored with ghee and cardamom. It’s a beloved treat with deep cultural significance.

1. Making the Dough
   Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• ½ cup grated jaggery (melted in little water)
• 2 tbsp ghee
• ½ tsp cardamom powder
• Water (as needed)

Instructions:

• Mix flour, ghee, cardamom powder.
• Add jaggery syrup gradually to form stiff dough.
• Let rest for 10 mins.

2. Shaping and Frying
   Ingredients:

• Prepared dough
• Oil or ghee (for frying)

Instructions:

• Flatten small portions into discs.
• Fry in medium-hot oil until golden and crisp.
• Cool and store in airtight containers.

3. Pro Tips for Perfect Thekua

• Don’t overheat oil or they’ll burn.
• Can be stored for up to 10 days.

4. Serving Suggestions
   Perfect with tea or as a travel snack.
5. Fun Fact
   Thekua is often offered as prasad during religious rituals and is a must-have during Chhath Puja.

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