Chomchom facts for kids
Chomchom of Porabari
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| Alternative names | Chamcham |
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| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Porabari, Bangladesh |
| Region or state | Bengal region |
| Associated national cuisine | Bangladesh |
| Main ingredients | Milk, flour, cream, sugar |
Cham cham, Chomchom or chum chum (Bengali: চমচম) is a traditional Bengali sweet, popular throughout the Indian subcontinent. The sweet comes in a variety of colors, mainly light pink, light yellow, and white. It is coated with coconut or mawa flakes as a garnish.
History
Chomchom Originated from Tangail District. Chamcham, an oval-shaped brownish variety of chomchom from Porabari in Tangail District of modern-day Bangladesh, dates back to mid-19th century. The unique taste has been attributed to the water in Porabari.
Jagadish Mishtanno Bhandar in Khustia District makes a version known as Maowar Chomchom.
Chomchom is a popular item in Pohela Boishak, the Bengali new year, and Durga Puja.
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