Ganesh Chaturthi Special: Ganesh Utsav is starting from today, for which all of us devotees eagerly wait. With Bappa's arrival there is an atmosphere of happiness everywhere. During this time there is a tradition of offering Modak to Bappa. Ganesh Utsav is starting from 14th September and preparations have also started in homes. Modak is considered very dear to Lord Ganesha, hence, Ukadiche Modak is especially made during this time. These modaks prepared from rice flour are not only delicious but also look very beautiful. However, making them is not easy for everyone.
Especially those who try to make Ukadiche Modak for the first time, they often face the same problem. While shaping the modak, the dough starts tearing from the edges. Many times, after adding the filling, the modak does not close properly and its layer breaks while cooking in steam. In such a situation, the modak prepared with hard work disintegrates and the coconut-jaggery filling inside starts coming out.
If this happens to you too, then the biggest reason for this could be the flour not having the right consistency. The rice flour for Ukadiche Modak should neither be too dry nor too wet. The softer and more flexible the dough is, the easier it will be to shape it. Let us know what things need to be kept in mind while making it.
Do these things while preparing the dough
While making the dough for Ukadiche Modak, it is important to mix the rice flour well after adding it to hot water. But it is even more important to keep one small thing in mind. After cooking the dough thoroughly, knead it while it is still hot.
apply ghee or oil
While kneading the dough, apply some ghee or oil on your hands and knead it until the dough becomes completely smooth and soft. If the dough feels dry or hard while kneading, then its moisture can be corrected by adding some hot water. Keeping the dough covered for a few minutes also helps in maintaining its moisture.
Keep these things in mind while making modak
While making the layer of modak, do not keep the dough ball too thick. Press it gently and spread it thinly and evenly. It is important to keep the edges a little thin, so that the modak petals can be made easily and there is no problem in closing them after adding the filling.
Be careful while adding the filling
Do not fill the filling too much. If there is too much filling, there will be pressure while closing the modak and the dough may tear. After making the petals, press all the edges gently and close them well.
Be careful even while cooking in steam
Before placing the modak in the steamer, apply light ghee on the plate or strainer of the steamer or spread a clean cotton cloth. Modaks will not stick to this. Instead of cooking them on high flame, it is better to steam them on medium flame.
This Ganesh Utsav, if you are making Ukdiche Modak at home for the first time, then pay maximum attention to the softness and moisture of the flour. If the dough is properly soft and flexible, it will be easy to give the desired shape to the modak and the chances of it breaking while cooking will also be greatly reduced.
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