How to Make Traditional Thekua Sweet for Chhath Puja 2026
Thekua is a traditional sweet prepared as prasad during Chhath Puja, a festival honoring the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, celebrated mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal. Made from whole wheat flour, jaggery, desi ghee, and spices like fennel and cardamom, Thekua is deep-fried to achieve a crispy, golden-brown texture. This recipe highlights simple ingredients and traditional methods for making Thekua at home as Chhath Puja 2026 approaches.
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