In a bowl add banana rajgira aata, khoya (mava), elachi powder, kesar threads and baking soda, mix together. Add milk.

Milk until it forms a smooth paste. allow to rest for 20-30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, the prepared paste is ready for maal pua.

In a non stick griddle, make small maal puas, cook on slow flame using little ghee.

Flip and cook the other side.

Malpua is ready.

Garnish with pista.