Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup grated jaggery
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp ghee
- A pinch of salt
Special equipment needed:
- Modak mould
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a pan, roast the rice flour until it turns light brown. Keep it aside.
2. In another pan, heat ghee and add grated coconut. Roast it until it turns golden brown.
3. Add grated jaggery to the coconut and mix well. Cook until the jaggery melts and the mixture thickens.
4. Add mashed bananas, cardamom powder, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the roasted rice flour to the mixture and mix well. Turn off the heat.
6. Add water little by little and knead the mixture into a smooth dough.
7. Grease the modak mould with ghee.
8. Take a small portion of the dough and fill it in the mould. Press it gently and remove the excess dough.
9. Open the mould and take out the modak carefully.
10. Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 10-12 modaks
Nutritional information:
Calories: 180 kcal
Fat: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Protein: 2 g
Fiber: 2 g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Jaggery can be substituted with brown sugar.
- Coconut can be substituted with almond flour.
Variations:
- Instead of bananas, mashed sweet potatoes or pumpkin can be used.
- Dry fruits like raisins, cashews, and almonds can be added to the mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Roast the rice flour well to avoid lumps in the dough.
- Use ripe bananas for better taste and texture.
- Do not add too much water while kneading the dough.
Storage instructions:
Store the modaks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Steam the modaks for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the modaks on a plate and garnish with chopped nuts and saffron strands.
Garnishes:
Chopped nuts and saffron strands
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of hot chai or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more water.
- If the dough is too wet, add a little more rice flour.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the bananas are ripe and fresh.
Food history:
Modak is a traditional Indian sweet that is offered to Lord Ganesha during the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, nutty, and aromatic
Serving suggestions:
Serve the modaks as a dessert or as an offering to Lord Ganesha during the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi.
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Region: Indian
Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Aromatic, Banana, Banana-Flavored