There are these interesting conversations around Blogging, that I get into sometimes. Often times, I am asked as to what is it that I do. And when I respond saying,
If you are a regular reader then you would know the reason why we visited Kolkata in the month of March. My father had to go through a valve replacement
I happened to hear this nice little story a little while back and I thought I should share this with you all. The story goes like this. Once there were
This is a Tribute to the 44 Jawans, who laid down their lives in the service of the nation on 14th February 2019. Salutes to our Bravehearts. The last few
“Food affects the mind. For the practice of any kind of Yoga, vegetarianism is absolutely necessary, since it makes the mind more pure and harmonious.” Ramana Maharshi’s words are absolutely
Origin and History of Pickling Pickle is a term derived from the dutch word “pekel” meaning “something piquant” which refers to the pickling brine with a sharp taste or appetizing
With the deteriorating quality of air and the many allergic infections arising because of that, the use of an Air Purifier for homes has become inevitable. What are you breathing
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250 – How to Make Deep Fried Cookies (Thekua) Recipe
byPuja - Blogger, Author, Podcaster, Home Business Owner,
Thekua are crisp crunchy cookies flavored with traditional Indian spices. These delicious deep-fried cookies are a family favorite. If you love crunchy cookies, try this traditional Indian recipe today!
Yes, this recipe has a very typical name but trust me it has a very opposite taste. Traditionally this recipe is made with wheat flour and Jaggery the recipe for which I will be sharing soon.
But this can also be made using all-purpose flour. People used to make the different designs on these cookies using “Thekua mould”.
It is a wooden block with designs engraved on both sides. So when you press the dough onto it with the side of your palm, the imprint of the design on the saancha (Thekua mould) is transferred over the surface of the Thekua.
Thekua is very popular in North and East India and has been served as a sweet snack for centuries in some of these places.
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