Gokul Pithe Recipe

Recipe Jun 5, 2021 0 515 Add to Reading List

Gokul Pithe is a traditional Bengali sweet dish that is a highlight of Makarsankranti. These sweet little dumplings are so tempting that you can't stop at one after you start savouring them. While khoya gives them a rich flour, grated coconut adds a chewy texture.

Step 1 Make sugar syrup

Firstly, heat 2 cups of sugar with 4 cups of water in a pan. Let it attain a two-string consistency and switch off the flame.
Step 2 Fry coconut and khoya

Now fry grated coconut, khoya in a pan over medium flame. Stir it continuously.
Step 3 Roll into balls

Now roll the mixture into balls and flatten between the palms.
Step 4 Prepare the batter

Prepare the batter by mixing flour, some ghee, baking soda and some water.
Step 5 Fry the small balls

Heat the leftover ghee in a kadhai. Coat each ball in the batter and deep fry over medium heat.
Step 6 Soak in syrup

Once all balls are fried, transfer them to sugar syrup and leave them for at least an hour.