Jilbi ( जिलबी ) is known by different names all around the world. It was introduced to India by the Mughals and is a very popular dessert. Kolhapur seems to be the place where Jilbi was introduced a bit under a century ago. Kolhapur is the land of wrestling and thus it became a ritual to distribute Jilbi after a victory. the dessert is also avidly bought on Indian Independence (15th August) and Republic (26th January) days.
Traditionally Jilbi batter is made by fermenting the mixture of yoghurt warm water and maida but this is a quicker version.
Traditionally Jilbi batter is made by fermenting the mixture of yoghurt warm water and maida but this is a quicker version.
