Bihar Pua Sweet Pancake Festival Holi Wheat Flour Fried

Method

1. 1

   Combine atta, semolina, milk, dissolved jaggery water, mashed banana, fennel seeds, cardamom and baking soda.

2. 2

   Whisk into a smooth, thick batter — thicker than dosa batter.

3. 3

   The banana provides moisture and binding.

4. 4

   Rest the batter 30 to 45 minutes until slightly fermented and bubbly.

5. 5

   Heat oil or ghee for deep frying on medium.

6. 6

   Drop heaped tbsp portions of batter into the oil, pressing slightly into a thick disc shape.

7. 7

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

8. 8

   Drain on paper towels.

9. 9

   Pua is best eaten warm. Optionally drizzle with extra jaggery syrup before serving.