One of the most important festivals of Hindus, Ganesh Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi is celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Ganesha. Every year, this holy festival is celebrated on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of Shukla Paksha (the bright half of the lunar month). This year, it is starting on 31st August 2022. Devotees across the world are preparing in full swing and can’t wait to celebrate this festival with great enthusiasm. Like all other festivals of India, Ganesh Chaturthi There is also about sweet indulgences. It is said that modaks were one of the favorite sweets of Lord Ganesha. So, here we bring you an easy-smooth yet very tasty recipe to make Coconut Modak.
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As the name suggests, this modak recipe is made with coconut (of course), sugar, ghee and very easily available ingredients in the kitchen pantry. The best part about this modak recipe is that it gets ready in just 10 minutes. wonder how? Read the recipe below.
Coconut Modak Recipe: How to Make Coconut Modak
Heat desi ghee in a non stick pan, add 2 cups dry coconut to it. If you are shredding the coconut at home, make sure it is finely grated.
Fry the coconut on medium flame for about 5-6 minutes. Once done, add condensed milk. You can also make it at home, click here. However, store-bought condensed milk saves time.
Mix the condensed milk with the dry coconut well. Add 3/4 cup milk and mix well. Keep stirring until well mixed.
Take a small portion of the mixture, pour it into the modak mold and press the mold tightly. Repeat the same with the remaining mixture.
Your modaks are ready! Give it a try and let us know how it turned out! For more Modak Recipes, click here.
Happy Ganesh Chaturthi 2022, everyone!