Modak, Quintasiant Maharashtrian Sweets, are the stars of many festive celebrations. Kudumu, Kadubu, Modakam, or Kozhukatai in regional languages are also known as this sweet is now popular across India for its unique shape and different tastes. Modaks are traditionally made of rice flour and are filled with jaggery and coconut, but you can also use the filling of your choice. Today, there are many varieties of modak available in the market, which can be easily rebuilt at home. So what are you waiting for? Let’s dive.
How to make modak at home Easy modak recipe
- Boil water with ghee in a deep dish. Add salt and flour, and mix well for a few seconds.
- Cover the dish and cook until it becomes half.
- Spread some ghee based on a steel bowl and knead the dough in it, while it is still hot.
- Take a little flour and roll it in a ball. Level it well and shape the edges into a flower pattern.
- Add a spoon of filling on the dough and seal it.
- Place the dumplings in a muslin cloth and steam them for 10–15 minutes. Serve and enjoy.
You can make modak in different varieties by making some minor changes in the above recipe.
Here is the selection of Modak which you can try to make at home:
1. Fried modak
If you want to try to do something delicious and crispy for your taste buds, you can always try to make fried modaks. Outside these fried dishes should be crisp and crisp, when they are well cooked up to golden brown.
2. Chocolate modak
It is difficult to oppose chocolate in any form. What if you can add it as filling it in your modak? Depending on your priority, filling can also include dry fruits or grated coconut, and you can top it with chocolate sugarcane.
3. Paneer modak
If you are looking for a delicious turn on the classic sweet dumplings, try Paneer Modak. These modaks are soft and moldable, kneading sugar, cardamom and saffron with a creamy cheese.
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4. Dry fruit modak
A healthy and delicious option for the original taste, dry fruit modak is filled with chopped cashews, pistachios and almonds. Mixing them with the date provides the sweetness of a walnut in the dish. You can also add mawa or coconut to the base to enhance taste.
5. Mava modak
Made with condensed milk solids (khoya), Mav Modak is perfect for all sweet lovers and perfect in another unusual and delicious dishes. It is a panoramic dessert with a thick, creamy texture and sweet taste. Garnish it with almond slaves for that extra crunch.
