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Ingredients

• 2 cups Short Grain Rice (soaked 4-5 hours, then drained)
• 0.5 cup Plain Yogurt (unsweetened, room temperature)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Baking Powder
• 0.5 cup Water (adjust for batter consistency)
• 1 cup Fresh Grated Coconut (finely grated)
• 0.5 cup Date Palm Jaggery (grated or chopped)
• 2 tbsp Ghee or Cooking Oil (for greasing pan)
• 2 cups Whole Milk (full‑fat for richness)
• 1 Bay Leaf
• 2 Green Cardamom Pods (slightly crushed)
• 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar (optional, adds extra sweetness to milk)

Instructions

1. Soak the Rice

   Rinse the short grain rice and soak it in water for 4‑5 hours. Drain before using.

   Time: PT4H30M

2. Blend Rice and Yogurt

   Place the soaked rice and plain yogurt in a blender. Blend until you obtain a smooth batter.

   Time: PT10M

3. Season the Batter

   Transfer the batter to a large bowl. Add salt, baking powder and ½ cup water. Whisk until the batter is light and slightly frothy.

   Time: PT5M

4. Prepare Coconut‑Jaggery Filling

   Heat a pan over medium heat, add grated coconut and jaggery. Stir continuously until the mixture turns glossy and the jaggery melts completely.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: Medium heat

5. Grease the Cooking Pan

   Brush the bottom and sides of the non‑stick pan with ghee or oil.

   Time: PT2M

6. Layer the Pitha

   Pour half of the rice batter into the pan, spreading it evenly. Drop spoonfuls of the coconut‑jaggery filling over the batter, then pour the remaining batter on top, covering the filling.

   Time: PT5M

7. Steam the Pitha

   Place the pan on a stovetop burner, add a little water to the bottom (just enough to create steam), cover tightly with a lid, and cook for 20 minutes on low‑medium heat.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: Low‑medium heat

8. Infuse Milk

   In a small saucepan, bring milk to a gentle boil. Add bay leaf, crushed cardamom pods, and sugar. Simmer for 5‑7 minutes, then remove the bay leaf.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: Medium heat

9. Finish the Pitha

   Remove the steamed pitha from the pan, transfer to a serving plate, and pour the warm infused milk evenly over it.

   Time: PT2M

10. Serve

    Cut the pitha into wedges and serve warm. Enjoy the sweet, fragrant flavors!

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

6 g

Fiber

2 g