chomchom

Chomchom is a popular dessert originating from Bangladesh and parts of West Bengal, India. It is a sweet made from chenna (a type of fresh, unripened cheese or curdled milk) and semolina, which is then fried and soaked in a sugar syrup. The texture of chomchom is often described as soft and spongy, with a slightly chewy interior.

The preparation involves kneading the chenna and semolina into small, oblong shapes, which are then deep-fried until golden brown. These fried dumplings are then submerged in a light sugar syrup, allowing them to absorb the sweetness and soften further. Chomchom can be flavored with cardamom or rose water, and sometimes decorated with nuts like pistachios or almonds. It is a common sweet served during festivals, celebrations, and as a treat. The name "chomchom" itself is onomatopoeic, likely referring to the sound or sensation of eating the sweet.