Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on August 27 this year. The festive celebration is incomplete with offering Ukadiche Modak – Lord Ganesh’s favourite sweet. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to help you prepare soft, flavourful Ukadiche Modak at your home.
Ingredients Required: 1 cup grated coconut, ¾ cup jaggery, ½ teaspoon cardamom powder, 1 teaspoon ghee, 2 tablespoons dry fruits, 1 cup rice flour, 1 cup water, 1 teaspoon ghee and a pinch of salt. (Image: X)
Firstly, heat ghee in a pan, and add grated coconut and jaggery. (File Photo)
Stir well on low flame until the jaggery melts and mixes with coconut. (File Photo)
Now, add cardamom powder and dry fruits. Cook till the mixture becomes slightly dry. (File Photo)
Then, boil water with a pinch of salt and ghee. (File Photo)
Add rice flour gradually and mix well to avoid lumps. Cover and let it rest for a few minutes. (File Photo)
Now, knead into a soft, smooth dough while it is still warm. (File Photo)
Take a small ball of dough, flatten it and place it in the greased modak mould. (File Photo)
Place a spoonful of filling inside and carefully close the mould and press to form a modak. (File Photo)
Place them in a steamer or idli cooker for about 10-12 minutes. (File Photo)
Allow them to cool, and demould. (File Photo)
Your Ukadiche Modak is ready! (File Photo)
