Chakuli pitha ( or, ଚକୁଳି ପିଠା) is a flat

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rice-based fermented cake traditionally popular in the regions of

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in India. It is prepared and served during festivals.

Preparation

The dish is prepared using

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, black gram, refined edible oil (preferably

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), and

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. Rice flour, black gram are mixed with warm water and salt to create the batter. The batter is covered and left to ferment for several hours. The batter is then poured on a skillet to create round flat cakes. Chakuli pitha can be served on its own or paired with side dishes including guguni, sambhar, sugar, jaggery, tea, milk, vegetables, and mutton.

Variation

There are multiple variations of chakuli pitha. Saru Chakuli (ସରୁ ଚକୁଳି) is a thinner variation similar to

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. Burha Chakuli (ବୁଢ଼ା ଚକୁଳି) is a thicker variation made mixed with jaggery,

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and grated coconut.

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