Steamed Modak Recipe

323Calories

Steamed Modak is a popular Maharashtrian recipe that is traditionally prepared on Ganesh Chaturthi and is distributed as prasad among the worshipers. It is a mouth-watering dessert recipe that can be relished after a hefty meal. This easy recipe is made using just a few ingredients and does not require much effort from your side. Made with rice flour and ghee, stuffed with a generous filling of coconut, dry fruits and jaggery, this simple recipe can be indulged in by people of all age groups and is a sheer delight. The best thing about this dish is that it is dipped into the rich chocolate sauce to amp up its flavor. This interesting version of modak can be served on kitty parties, buffets, potlucks or picnics and are sure to wreak major havoc on your taste buds. Go ahead and try this vegetarian recipe out this weekend!

8 Servings

1 1/2 cup coconut

50 gm pistachios

50 gm cashews

1 dash powdered green cardamom

3/4 cup milk

1/2 cup jaggery

1 cup rice flour

2 teaspoon ghee

1 cup water

salt as required

1/2 cup chocolate sauce

2 tablespoon grated coconut

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HOW TO MAKE STEAMED MODAK

Step 1 / 3

Place a pan over medium flame and add shredded coconut, milk along with jaggery in it. Cook this for a while and keep stirring continuously. Now, add the chopped dry fruits and a dash of cardamom powder to the milk. Simmer for a while and then keep aside for cooling.

Step 2 / 3

Now, in another pan, boil water over medium flame and add rice flour, ghee, and salt in it. Let the mixture thicken. Put this mix onto a flat plate and knead it into a soft dough. Now, take small portions from the dough and flatten them out in the shape of small discs. Now, add the coconut filling to these discs and pinch the edges into the shape of a modak.

Step 3 / 3

Steam the prepared modaks for about 20 minutes in a steamer and once they are cooked, dip the steamed modak into chocolate sauce. Garnish the chocolate coated modaks with grated coconut and enjoy!