Mihidana (Bengali: মিহিদানা) is an Indian sweet from Burdwan, West Bengal, India. [1] Mihidana, described as the micro cousin of the traditional Boondi, is derived from two words, Mihi meaning fine, and Dana, meaning grain.

2019年12月31日 · Mihidana, the delectable sweet, is synonymous with its place of origin Burdwan. Described as the micro-cousin of the traditional Boondi, its name is derived from two words, Mihi meaning fine, and Dana, meaning grain. The bright yellow, petite, round-shaped sweet is known the world over and loved by gourmet.

2024年8月12日 · Mihidana, a fine-grained sweet from Burdwan, West Bengal, carries a rich history dating back to 1904. Created by Bhairab Chandra Nag to impress Lord Curzon, it has since become a symbol of Bengali culinary heritage. Awarded a GI tag in 2017, Mihidana remains a beloved delicacy, celebrated for its unique texture and deep cultural significance.

2020年7月6日 · For the first-timer, mihidana is the miniature version of a boondi. Powdered rice and besan are mixed at a particular ratio along with ghee, powdered sugar, and saffron. the entire thing is made into a loose paste, or batter-like consistency, fried in ghee and put in sugar syrup for a very very short time.

2024年9月22日 · Mihidana’s rise to fame coincided with British colonial rule, and its connection with the British Raj played a pivotal role in its popularity. The intricate texture, fine taste, and saffron-infused golden hue of Mihidana made it a standout delicacy …

2020年9月16日 · Translated as "fine-grain" in English, the "mihi dana" is a sweet delicacy of West Bengal, originating in the Bardhaman district. It can be called a smaller and syrupy variant of the "boondi".

2024年7月4日 · Sitabhog and Mihidana are two completely different sweets from the Burdwan district of West Bengal but go hand in hand like a buddy cop duo from your favorite action film. One is a rich yellow and the other a pristine white with small balls of …

2021年1月5日 · This heritage sweet of India is finer in texture, has a distinctive taste and aroma. Bardhaman Mihidana has won the patronage and recognition of sweet lovers around the world and was granted the Geographical Indication Tag (GI) in 2017.

2024年10月24日 · Mihidana, a sweet as delicate as it is historic, holds a cherished place in Bengal’s culinary heritage. Its origins can be traced back to the early 20th century in the royal kitchens of Burdwan, when the Maharaja Vijaychand Mahatab sought to dazzle Lord Curzon, the then-Viceroy of India, during his visit in 1904.

A beloved Bengali treat, Mihidana is renowned for its crunchy, delicate texture and syrupy sweet covering. Getting the hang of making small, homogeneous boondi and making sure they are absolutely crispy before soaking in syrup is essential to crafting the ideal Mihidana. Here's a recipe for you to try: