Bihar Anarsa Deep Fried Rice Jaggery Sweet Diwali

Method

1. 1

   Soak raw rice for 3 to 4 days, changing the water daily.

2. 2

   The long soaking ferments the rice slightly and makes it grind smoothly. Drain completely.

3. 3

   Grind the soaked rice with minimal water to a very smooth, thick dough — similar to very thick idli batter but stiffer.

4. 4

   Add grated jaggery to the rice dough. Mix well until fully incorporated.

5. 5

   Add cardamom powder and poppy seeds. Mix.

6. 6

   Let the dough rest covered for 2 to 4 hours.

7. 7

   Spread sesame seeds on a flat plate.

8. 8

   Take 2 tbsp of dough. Flatten into a round disc about 6 cm wide.

9. 9

   Press one side firmly into the sesame seeds to coat.

10. 10

    Heat oil for deep frying on medium. Slide the disc sesame-side up into the oil.

11. 11

    Fry on medium for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden.

12. 12

    Drain. Cool completely.