Modak is a traditional Indian sweet dumpling made with rice flour and filled with a coconut and jaggery mixture. It is often prepared during the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Ingredients
- For the Outer Covering:
- 2 cups rice flour
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For the Sweet Filling:
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1 cup jaggery grated
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- pinch salt
- For the Outer Covering:
- a few drops ghee or oil for greasing
Instructions
- For the Outer Covering:
- 1. In a pan, boil the water along with salt and a few drops of ghee or oil.
- 2. Once the water comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low and gradually add the rice flour, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- 3. Cook the mixture until it forms a soft dough-like consistency. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
- For the Sweet Filling:
- 4. In a separate pan, add the grated coconut, jaggery, cardamom powder, and a pinch of salt.
- 5. Cook on low heat until the jaggery melts and the mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
- To Assemble:
- 6. Take a small portion of the rice dough and shape it into a small ball.
- 7. Flatten the ball with your fingers and create a small well in the center.
- 8. Place a spoonful of the sweet filling in the well and seal the edges to form a dumpling shape.
- 9. Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.
- 10. Steam the modaks in a steamer or idli cooker for about 15-20 minutes.
- 11. Allow them to cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy the delicious Modaks as an offering to Lord Ganesha or as a sweet treat!
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 4gFiber: 1g