It is popular in Odisha, West Bengal, Bangladesh and other eastern regions of the Indian subcontinent.

Chhena jilapi are made in a manner very similar to regular jalebis which are popular throughout India.

However, the basic ingredient is fresh curd cheese called chhenna.

[1] Fresh chhena is thoroughly kneaded and rolled up into shapes similar to pretzels, before being deep fried.

The fully fried chhena pretzels are then soaked in a sugary syrup.