Pithe o puli refers to a variety of steamed or fried dumplings and cakes, typically made during the winter harvest festival of Poush Sankranti. These sweets are made from rice flour, date palm jaggery, and coconut. Pithe can be steamed, fried, or baked, while puli are usually stuffed dumplings. They come in various shapes and flavors, often filled with sweet coconut or kheer. This seasonal delicacy is not only a treat but also holds cultural significance in Bengali cuisine, representing warmth and community during the cold season.
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