The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is almost here. It is a major Hindu festival which is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the country, especially in Maharashtra. The auspicious occasion marks the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesha and is celebrated for a period of 10 days. This year, it is starting from August 31, 2022. People bring the idols of Lord Ganesha to their homes and decorate it with beautiful pandals, flowers, diyas and offer bhog. While a lot of sweets are prepared for bhog, a popular dessert present in each bhog is the classic modak. These steamed dumplings are traditionally made using rice flour dough and have coconut-jaggery stuffing. However, if you are looking for a unique and delicious modak recipe, we have got you covered.
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As the name suggests, this modak is made using pistachios. It is stuffed with almonds and pistachios and garnished with saffron threads. Almonds add just the right amount of richness and pistachios and saffron give it its irresistible taste. The best thing about this recipe is that you can prepare it in just 15 minutes. So, without further delay, let’s take a look at the recipe:
About Pistachio Modak Recipe: How To Make Pistachio Modak
First, grate the khoya and add sugar and cardamom powder to it. Divide the mixture into small equal sized rounds. After this, blanch the almonds and pistachios. Peel off both of them and chop them finely. Fill each circle with a pinch of dry fruits. Pour the stuffed roundel into a mold shaped like a modak and set the shape. Take out and garnish with pistachios and saffron strands. Pistachio Modak is ready!
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so what are you waiting for? Try this delicious Modak recipe and let us know how you liked it.
Happy Ganesh Chaturthi 2022!