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Ukadiche Modak Recipe- Ganpati Poojan

Traditional Ukadiche Modak recipe for Ganesh Chaturthi! Learn how to make this steamed Maharashtrian sweet with rice flour, coconut jaggery filling.
Pratima Singh


Modak are the favorite offering for Lord Ganesha. Suitable for Ganesh Chaturthi or any festive occasion, this steamed dumplings with rice flour dough with a rich aroma of cardamom and ghee. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a picture-perfect modak for your worship plate or blog carousel.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of rice flour
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tsp ghee
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 cup fresh grated coconut
  • 1 cup of jaggery
  • 1 tsp of cardamom powder
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg powder
  • 1/2 tsp poppy seeds

Equipment:

  • Steamer or idli cooker
  • Bowl the mixture
  • Slotted teaspoon
  • Modak Mold (Optional)
  • Muslin cloth

Method:

1. Preparing the filling:
  • Take 2-3 tablespoon of water and grated jaggery in non stick pan and melt jaggery on low flame.
  • Add Coconut, cardamom, nutmeg and poppy seeds in melted jaggery.
  • Stir until the mixture thickens and holds shape.
  • Remove from the heat and allow it to cool at room temperature.
2. Make the dough:
  • Bring water, ghee and salt to a gentle boil in a saucepan.
  • Reduce the heat, add the rice flour at a time, and shake vigorously to make the lumps.
  • Close the flame, cover the pan, and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer into a bowl and mix to make smooth, soft dough .
3. Shape the modak:
  • Pinch a piece of size of a golf ball and roll in small balls.
  • Flat into a thin disk using your thumb, working outward from the center.
  • Put 1 tsp coconut mixture in the middle.
  • Pleat the edges into a conical shape, sealing the top tightly.
  • If using a mold, lightly grease it with ghee, press dough into the cavity, fill, then close and unmold.
4. Steam the modak:
  • Line your steamer or idli stand with a muslin cloth or banana leaf.
  • Arrange modak with space between them.
  • At medium heat ,Steam for 10-12 minutes.
  • Remove carefully, drizzle with a little warm ghee and serve hot.

Tips:

  • Use freshly grated coconut for the creamiest and the best taste.
  • Moisten your finger with water or ghee, if cracks occur when shaping your dough, .
  • For a natural purple color, add a drop of beetroot juice to the dough.
  • To make in advance, shape the modak and freeze on the tray. Steam frozen modak for add 2-3 minutes over boiling water .

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