Thekua is a traditional deep-fried dry sweet snack from Bihar made from whole wheat flour (atta). It is popularly known as 'Thekua' because it is beaten or thoka hua (hammered). It is usually made with jaggery but can also be made using sugar syrup. People also add dry fruits, dates, and coconut to it. Thekua is also known as 'Khajuria' or 'Thikari'. It is very popular in the states of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and the Terai region of Nepal. Thekua is a revered prasadam, offering to god, during Chhath Puja. People having Bihari friends are very familiar with the feeling of getting to eat Thekua during Chhath Puja. It has been relished as a dry sweet snack for centuries in these places and can be enjoyed throughout the year. This sweet does not need any additional preservatives and can be stored and eaten for many days. This biscuit-like sweet dish is now world-famous for its amazing taste.