Amrit Modak
by Tarla Dalal
Wish to get into Lord Ganesha’s good books? Look no further. The Amrit Modak is inarguably his favourite food! Widely made during Ganesh Utsav, this delicious sweet treat is made using mawa, sugar and kesar.
The tinge of saffron is quite noticeable and hence this is also called the Kesar Modak. Apart from the luxuriant flavour and melt-in-the-mouth texture, another striking feature of these modaks is the crunchy pistachio stuffing, which packs a punch of excitement into each bite!
Much loved by young and old alike, the Amrit Modak is a good addition to any festive menu, not just Ganesh Utsav. Give it a try right away, because every day brings with it a new reason to celebrate life.
Also do try other Indian sweets using mawa like Mawa Kachori, Mawa Peda, Coconut Barfi or Mawa Kesar Roll.
Amrit Modak recipe - How to make Amrit Modak
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 8 modaks
For Amrit Modak
1 cup grated mawa (khoya)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
1/4 cup blanched , peeled and chopped pistachios
a few saffron (kesar) strands
ghee to grease the modak moulds
- Method
- Combine the khoya and powdered sugar in a heavy bottomed pan and cook on a slow flame, stirring continuously till the sugar has dissolved and the moisture has evaporated (approximately 5 to 10 minutes).
- Remove from the flame, add the cardamom powder and mix well. Allow it to cool completely.
- Divide the mixture into two portions, 2/3 and 1/3.
- Add the pistachios to the 1/3 mixture, and mix well.
- Add the saffron to the 2/3 mixture, and mix well.
- Divide the pistachio mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape into even sized rounds.
- Divide the saffron mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into even sized rounds.
- Stuff each saffron round with the pistachio round and seal the edges completely and give the shape of modak or use a modak mould to press into desired shape.
- Handy Tip: Modak Moulds are available in the market and all ou have to do is stuff it with the modak mixture and demould. Do remember to grease the modak mould before use.
| Energy | 117 cal |
| Protein | 4.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 9.6 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 6.8 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 32.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin C | 1.3 mg |
| Folic Acid | 2 mcg |
| Calcium | 177.7 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 4.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 92.8 mg |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
| Potassium | 41 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |
I will surely try the recipe . When I make it I will send my best comments soon.