Dal Pitha: A Dish That Stood Out In Richa's Kitchen In Mrs
By Krati Purwar
February 17, 2025
Dal pitha is a Bihari dish that showcased how Richa’s culinary skills developed over time. It was also a recipe that signified the fact that she was slowly taking her mother-in-law’s place in the house, which was slightly unsettling for her too. Follow this guide to make this delicious delicacy at home.
Ingredients
For Rice Dough 1 cup rice 0r 1/2 cup rice flour 1 teaspoon oil 1 pinch of salt Water for cooking
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Ingredients
For Dal Stuffing 3/4 cup chana dal 2 green chillies 1-inch ginger 3 garlic cloves 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1/4 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp ajwain 1 tsp oil Salt to taste 2 tbsp coriander leaves 1 tsp oil
Step 1
Cook rice flour with water and salt over low heat until it begins to bind.
Step 2
Soak dal for three hours and drain excess water from it.
Step 3
Heat kadhai on a low flame and cook dal with spices. Grin it into a paste.
Step 4
Roll a small portion of rice dough, add lentils mix in the centre, and seal edges.
Step 5
Steam the gujiya-shaped pithas in an oven or a steamer.
Step 6
Serve the dish with chutney and sauces.
