Bengali Paatishapta Recipe: Make This Traditional Bengali Poush Sankranti Dish At Home

Makar Sankranti: Paatishapta is more than just a dessert; it’s a celebration of tradition, flavour, and festivity in every bite. Bengali households relish this 'pithe' on Poush Sankranti/Til Sankranti

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of rava (semolina) and 1 cup of maida (all-purpose flour).

Step 2

Gradually add 2 cups of milk and 3 tablespoons of sugar, whisking until you achieve a smooth consistency.

Step 3

Cover and let the batter rest for at least 2 hours.

Step 4

Heat 1 cup of mawa (khoya) in a pan over low-medium heat.

Step 5

Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 cup of milk, stirring continuously.

Step 6

Cook until the mixture thickens and dries up, forming a soft, crumbly texture.

Step 7

Mix in 2 tablespoons of raisins.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.

Step 9

Before cooking, check the batter. If it feels thick, add more milk and mix until smooth and pourable for thin pancakes.

Step 10

Heat a non-stick griddle or pan and lightly grease it with oil or ghee.

Step 11

Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot griddle and quickly spread it into a thin circle.

Step 12

Cook on medium heat until the top sets and dries — do not flip the pancake.

Step 13

Spoon a portion of the filling onto the centre of the cooked pancake.

Step 14

Gently roll the pancake around the filling.

Step 15

Repeat the process with the remaining batter and filling.

Step 16

Serve the paatishapta warm for a comforting treat or chilled for a refreshing dessert. Enjoy!