Bhapa pitha is a type of rice pitha from eastern part of the Indian subcontinent in Eastern India, Northeast India, Bangladesh and Nepal.[2] Bhapa/Bhakka is considered to be a traditional winter dish in Bangladesh.[3][4][5] It is a steamed rice cake made out of freshly ground rice flour. The filling is composed of coconut, and date molasses. Molasses can be substituted with brown sugar or jaggery.
 Simple molasses bhapa pitha from Eastern part of South Asia.Steamed pita made in Bangladesh | |
| Alternative names | Dhup pitha, dhupi pitha, dhuki pitha |
|---|---|
| Course | Snack |
| Place of origin | Indian subcontinent[1] |
| Associated cuisine | Bangladesh, India, Nepal |
| Main ingredients | Rice flour, molasses, coconuts |
| Other information | Served with molasses, brown sugar or jaggery |
Ingredients
- Ground rice flour
- Molasses
- Coconuts
See also
References
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