Chhena jalebi

Indian dessert

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Chhena jalebi, Chhena jilapi, Chhanar jilipi is a sweet dish originally from the eastern Indian subcontinent, a desserts made from chhena. It's popular in Odisha, West Bengal, Bangladesh and other eastern regions of the Indian subcontinent.

Preparation

Chhena jilapi are made in a manner very similar to regular jalebis which are popular throughout India. However, the basic ingredient is fresh curd cheese called chhenna.[1] Fresh chhena is thoroughly kneaded and rolled up into shapes similar to pretzels, before being deep fried. The fully fried chhena pretzels are then soaked in a sugary syrup. Chhena jilapis are served either hot or chilled.

See also

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  • Jalebi
  • Khira sagara
  • Oriya cuisine
  • Bangladeshi cuisine

References

  1. ^ Sahu, Deepika (2012). "Discover Odisha's 'sweet' magic". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 1 February 2013. Retrieved 3 July 2012. chenna jilapi (A jalebi made with cheese)

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