Etawah: The image of Mahabharata period civilization is reflected in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. Etawah Festival is organized every year in the month of December in this historical city situated on the banks of Yamuna River. But the specialty of this festival is not only in the cultural programs but also in the Khajala sweets available here.
Khajla, found in the Etawah festival, is very popular among the local people and tourists. This sweet has been the identity of this place for more than 100 years. Sweet, salty and khoya Khajla has become so popular among the people that even after the festival is over, people remember it.
The taste of measles reached America
According to the information, Khajla made in Etawah festival was once sent to America. Its excellent taste makes it popular even at the international level. The big Khajla stalls set up at the main gate of the festival are proof of its popularity.
How is crispy and flaky Khajla made?
The process of making Khajla is as interesting as it demands hard work and skill. To make Namkeen Khajla:
knead the dough: Soft dough is prepared by adding flour to flour.
Layering: A thin roti is rolled out of flour and a layer of ghee and cornflour is applied on it.
Rolling: The roti is rolled and cut into small pieces.
Fry: The prepared Khajla is fried in ghee on low flame, due to which it becomes crispy and flaky.
The sweet and khoya versions of khajle are equally delicious.
Khajala has a special place in morning breakfast.
Khajla, especially salty Khajla, is very much liked as a breakfast with morning tea. Earlier only sweet and salty Khajla was made, but due to increasing demand now Khoya Khajla is also prepared.
137 year old tradition
This 137th edition of Etawah Mahotsav has started from December 8 and will continue for a month. People coming to the festival buy Khajala with great enthusiasm and enjoy it. Rakesh Yadav, owner of a 50-year-old shop, says, “Khajla is the first choice of every person coming to Etawah Mahotsav. “People eat it with tea or just as per their choice.”
Etawah Festival and Khajla: Pride of the city
Etawah Festival is not only famous for cultural programs but Khajla sweets make it even more special. This sweet is a symbol of local tradition, taste and hard work, which has given a distinct identity to this city.
FIRST PUBLISHED: December 23, 2024, 15:12 IST