Step into the world of Assamese culinary wonders with Ketli Pitha, a steamed rice cake that epitomizes the simplicity and elegance of Assamese cuisine. Made with just a handful of ingredients, including rice, coconut, and jaggery, this dish is a celebration of natural flavors and textures. Steamed to perfection, Ketli Pitha embodies a sweet, soft texture that melts in your mouth, offering a taste that is both comforting and satisfying. This recipe, often enjoyed with a steaming cup of tea, not only reflects the traditional cooking methods of Assam but also the state’s love for sweet, steamed delicacies. Ketli Pitha is more than just a treat; it’s a piece of Assam’s culinary heritage.
Ketli Pitha (Assamese Steamed Rice Cake)
Equipment
- Grinder for rice flour
- Muslin cloth
- Kettle lid or similar steaming setup
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rice
- 2 cups Coconut freshly grated
- 2 tbsp Jaggery
- A pinch of Salt
- Water for steaming
Instructions
- Soak the rice in 5 cups of water for 1 hour. Wash and drain excess water, and let it dry on muslin cloth for 30 minutes until dry. It should not be too dry.
- Grind the rice grains to fine powder. It should look like dry flour.
- To the rice flour, mix in the freshly grated coconut, jaggery, and salt. Adjust jaggery/salt as per taste.
- Place rice flour mixture on the hollow of the kettle lid. Cover with a wet muslin cloth.
- Tie the ends and fold back to the head of the lid, securing the mixture for steaming. Place the lid back on the kettle and let it steam on medium flame for 6-7 minutes.
- Alternatively, put it in a round container deep enough (1-1.5 inches high) and place it in a vessel with hot water along with the muslin cloth. Steam on medium flame for 6-7 minutes.
- Remove the muslin cloth and gently take out your pithas/cakes onto a plate, and serve with hot tea.
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