Modak Recipe

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• STEP 1.To prepare this delicious recipe, take a pan and add grated coconut in it.

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• STEP 2.Dry roast the coconut and keep it aside.

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• STEP 3.Now, take another pan and add 1 cup water in it. Bring it to a boil.

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• STEP 4.Then, add jaggery and allow it to dissolve.

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• STEP 5.When the jaggery mixture starts to thicken, add the roasted coconut.

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• STEP 6.Mix well and bring the flame to medium-high.

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• STEP 7.Then, add cardamom powder and stir well. After a few seconds, turn off the flame, remove and keep the mixture aside.

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• STEP 8.Now to prepare the dough, add rice flour in a bowl and add some hot water in it.

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• STEP 9.Add sesame oil and salt.

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• STEP 10.Stir the mixture to ensure that it is free of lumps.

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• STEP 11.The dough should not be too tight. Now, take a portion of the dough and with the help of a rolling pin, shape them into small cups.

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• STEP 12.Add a spoonful of the coconut-jaggery filling and close the edges of the dough by using your hands.

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• STEP 13.Cover and then steam the modaks for 10 minutes or until done.

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• STEP 14.Once cooked, transfer these little delights on a serving plate and drizzle some ghee.

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