Authentic Steamed Potato Rice Dumplings

Name: How to Make Authentic Steamed Potato Rice Dumplings | Easy & Delicious Authentic Steamed Potato Rice Dumplings Recipe
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: north-indian

#DS26 :- Traditional Jharkhand Aalu Pitha is one of the most loved heritage dishes of Jharkhand, prepared with simple ingredients yet rich in authentic flavours. Made with a soft rice flour covering and a delicious spiced potato filling, this steamed delicacy reflects the warmth of our state’s traditional cuisine. Prepared during festivals, family gatherings, and special occasions, Aalu Pitha is a symbol of Jharkhand’s culinary heritage. Every bite carries the taste of homemade goodness, local ingredients, and generations of tradition passed down through families. Proudly representing Jharkhand in the #DS26 – Dishes From My State contest, this wholesome recipe celebrates the simplicity, nutrition, and timeless flavours of my state’s rich food culture

prep time 20 Mins

cook time 25 Mins

chef Richa Pathak

Step 1

Boil water with salt and ghee. Gradually add rice flour and mix well to form a soft dough. Cover and let it cool slightly.

Step 2

Mix all the filling ingredients together until well combined.

Step 3

Divide the dough into equal portions and flatten each into a small disc.

Step 4

Place the potato filling in the centre, seal the edges, and shape into traditional pithas.

Step 5

Steam the pithas for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked.

Step 6

Serve hot with tomato chutney or coriander chutney.

Calories 220 Kcal

Total Fat 3 g

Carbs 42 g

Protein 5 g

ESSENTIAL ITEMS

2 cups for the dough: rice flour

2 cups water

1 tsp salt

1 tsp ghee

4 for the filling: medium potatoes, boiled and mashed

1 chopped onion

2 chopped green chillies

1 tsp grated ginger

chopped fresh coriander leaves

1 tsp ½ tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp ½ tsp red chilli powder

1 tsp ½ tsp roasted cumin powder

as per taste salt

1 tsp mustard oil

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Richa Pathak

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