Ganesh Chaturthi 2023: 6 Tips To Follow To Make Perfect Modaks 

By Deepali Verma September 17, 2023 Image Credit: Shutterstock Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Perfect Dough

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Filling

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Prevent Dough Cracks

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Shaping

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Grease Moulds

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Steaming

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