Dessert📍 Odisha

Manda Pitha

An authentic dessert recipe from Odisha, India — with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Traditional Manda Pitha from Odisha, India
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The Story Behind the Dish

Manda Pitha is a treasured dessert dish from Odisha, India — a reflection of the region's ingredients, climate, and culinary traditions passed down through generations.

Ingredients

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Cooking Instructions

  1. Prepare the base ingredient — soak, grind or measure as needed.

  2. Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium flame.

  3. Add the main ingredient and cook, stirring continuously.

  4. Add sugar and milk, mix well without lumps.

  5. Cook on low heat until the mixture thickens and leaves the sides of the pan.

  6. Add cardamom powder and saffron for flavour.

  7. Garnish with nuts and serve warm or at room temperature.

Cook

45 mins

Serves

6 servings

Level

Medium

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