How to make the Best Assamese Rice Pitha?

Posted on January 27, 2023February 1, 2023 by nitesh.gupta221

Assamese Pitha is a traditional sweet dish from the state of Assam, India. It is typically made of “Bora” rice flour, and can be filled with various sweet fillings such as grated coconut, jaggery, or khoya. Assamese Pitha is a traditional type of pastry or cake that is popular in the northeastern Indian state of Assam. It is made from a variety of ingredients, including rice flour, jaggery, and coconut, and is often shaped into various forms such as cylinders, cones, or discs. Pithas are traditionally served during festivals and special occasions, and are considered an important part of Assamese culture and cuisine. The history of Assamese Pitha is closely tied to the history of the region, and likely dates back to ancient times. It is believed to have originated in the pre-Aryan era in the region. Here is a recipe for making traditional Assamese Pitha:

Assamese Rice Pitha

Assamese Pitha is a traditional sweet dish from the state of Assam, India. It is typically made of "Bora" rice flour, and can be filled with various sweet fillings such as grated coconut, jaggery, or khoya.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Course Dessert

Cuisine Indian

Servings 4 people

Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

2 Mixing Bowl
1 Pan

Ingredients

2 cups Rice Flour Bora Rice (Floating Rice) or Sticky Rice
0.5 cup Coconut Grated
0.5 cup Jaggery Grated
1/4 tsp Cardamom Powder
1 Salt to taste
1 cup Refined Vegetable oil

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, add the rice flour, salt, and enough water to make a smooth dough.
Cover the dough and keep it aside for 15 minutes.
In another mixing bowl, mix together the grated coconut, jaggery, and cardamom powder.
Make small balls from the dough and flatten them.
Place a spoonful of the coconut and jaggery mixture in the center of each flattened dough and bring the edges together to seal and make a ball again.
Heat oil in a deep pan or kadhai and deep-fry the pithas on medium heat until golden brown.
Drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
Serve the pithas warm or at room temperature.

Notes

You can also use other fillings like grated khoya, chana dal, or sesame seeds.

Here is a rough estimate of the nutritional content per serving of the Pitha recipe (assuming 8 servings):

Calories: approximately 200-250 calories per serving

Fat: approximately 10-12 grams per serving, including 5-6 grams of saturated fat

Protein: approximately 4-5 grams per serving

Carbohydrates: approximately 40-45 grams per serving

Fiber: approximately 1-2 grams per serving

Keyword Assamese Pitha, Rice Cake

As you can see, this recipe is an energy booster loaded with carbohydrates. The Assamese rice Pitha also contains small amount of Vitamins and minerals.

Here is an estimate of the vitamin and mineral content in a serving (based on 100g of the finished product) of traditional Rice Pitha:

Vitamins: