Ukadiche Modak (Ganesh Chaturthi)

Classic Ukadiche Modak using Nandi Sooji and Maida. Steamed dumplings with coconut and jaggery filling. The traditional Ganesh Chaturthi prasad.

Ingredients

• Nandi Sooji (1 cup, fine)
• Nandi Maida (2 tbsp)
• Water (1.25 cups)
• Ghee (1 tsp)
• Salt (a pinch)
• Fresh grated coconut (1 cup)
• Jaggery, grated (3/4 cup)
• Cardamom powder (1/2 tsp)
• Poppy seeds (1 tsp, optional)

Steps

1. Heat ghee in a pan. Add grated coconut and jaggery. Cook on low heat till the mixture comes together but is still moist. Add cardamom and poppy seeds. Cool completely.
2. Boil water with salt and ghee. Lower heat. Add Nandi Sooji and Nandi Maida together while stirring. Cover and rest for 5 minutes off heat.
3. Knead the warm dough till smooth and pliable. Use ghee on hands if it sticks.
4. Make small dough balls. Flatten each into a thin disc. Pinch 5 to 6 petals around the edge.
5. Place a spoon of coconut filling in the centre. Pull all petals up and pinch at the top to seal in a peak.
6. Steam modaks on a greased plate or banana leaf for 10 to 12 minutes. Serve warm with a drizzle of ghee.

Nutrition

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