Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup grated dark chocolate
- 1 cup grated khoya
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios)
- 1 tbsp ghee
- Modak moulds
Special equipment needed:
- Modak moulds
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a pan, heat ghee and add grated khoya. Cook on low flame for 5-7 minutes until it turns light brown.
2. Add grated dark chocolate and mix well until it melts.
3. Add powdered sugar, cardamom powder, and chopped nuts. Mix well.
4. Add milk and cook on low flame until the mixture thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan.
5. Turn off the flame and let the mixture cool down.
6. Grease the modak moulds with ghee.
7. Take a small portion of the mixture and fill the modak moulds. Press gently to shape them.
8. Remove the modak from the moulds and repeat the process with the remaining mixture.
9. Chocolate modak is ready to serve.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Low flame
Serving size:
Makes 10-12 modaks
Nutritional information:
Calories: 200 per modak
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Dark chocolate can be substituted with milk chocolate or white chocolate.
- Khoya can be substituted with condensed milk.
Variations:
- Add desiccated coconut for a coconut chocolate modak.
- Add saffron for a saffron chocolate modak.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to cook the mixture on low flame to avoid burning.
- Grease the modak moulds well to avoid sticking.
Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Microwave for 10-15 seconds before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the modaks on a plate and garnish with chopped nuts.
Garnishes:
Chopped nuts
Pairings:
Serve with a glass of milk or hot chocolate.
Suggested side dishes:
None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too dry, add more milk.
- If the mixture is too wet, cook for a few more minutes until it thickens.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and store in a clean container.
Food history:
Modak is a traditional Indian sweet made during the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, chocolatey, nutty
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or snack.
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Region: Indian
Taste: Rich, Sweet, Chocolatey, Fudgy, Creamy