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Diwali Special Recipe in Tamil | Diwali Sweet Dumpling in Tamil

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Diwali Sweet Dumpling

Cultural Context

Diwali Sweet Dumplings, known as Modak, are traditionally made during the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali in India. These dumplings symbolize the sweetness of life and are often offered to Lord Ganesha. They are made from rice flour and filled with a mixture of coconut and jaggery, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Indian festivals. Today, variations exist with different fillings and flavors, making them a beloved treat across the country.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup Moong dal
1/2 cup Sugar
4 Cardamom
1 cup grated Coconut
1 cup Rava
1 cup Milk
1/4 cup Sugar
1/4 tsp Baking soda
pinch of Salt

jaggery

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar is lower on the glycemic index.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil is dairy-free and retains a similar richness.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and more affordable.

coconut

🥗Healthier: dried coconut

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Shredded coconut is easier to find and less expensive.

1

Prepare the sweet stuffing by cooking moong dal until soft, then mix in sugar, grated coconut, and cardamom.

2

For the outer covering, combine rava, milk, sugar, baking soda, and a pinch of salt to form a dough.

3

Divide the dough into small balls and flatten each ball into a disc.

4

Place a spoonful of the sweet stuffing in the center of each disc and fold the edges over to seal.

5

Prepare a steamer and place the dumplings inside, ensuring they don't touch each other.

6

Cover and steam the dumplings until cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingsteamingmixing

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

ModakKozhukattai

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