Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.5 cup

Jaggery

0.25 tsp

Salt

1 cup

Rice flour

1.5 cup

Fresh coconut

grated

1 cup

Water

1 tsp

Cardamom Powder

1 tsp

Sunflower Oil

Step 1
~3 min

Combine jaggery, salt, and grated coconut in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.

Step 2
~3 min

Cook on high heat until the jaggery dissolves completely.

Step 3
~3 min

Reduce heat to medium and stir continuously until the mixture thickens and water evaporates (7-10 minutes).

Step 4
~3 min

The coconut filling should become sticky; transfer to a bowl to cool.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 5
~3 min

Divide the cooled filling into 10-15 equal portions.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 6
~3 min

Bring water to a boil in a pan with salt and oil.

Step 7
~3 min

Gradually add rice flour, stirring continuously until the mixture forms a dough.

Step 8
~3 min

Turn off the heat, transfer the dough to a bowl, and cover with a damp cloth for 5 minutes.

Step 9
~3 min

Grease your hands with oil and knead the dough well to remove lumps, keeping it covered with a damp cloth.

Step 10
~3 min

Take a lemon-sized portion of dough, make a ball, and flatten it into a disc in your palm.

Step 11
~3 min

Cup your palm to create a depression in the center.

Step 12
~3 min

Place a portion of the jaggery filling in the center.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 13
~3 min

Bring the edges of the dough together to form a pointed top.

Step 14
~3 min

Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 15
~3 min

Prepare the steamer with water.

Step 16
~3 min

Place the filled dumplings on the steamer plate.

Step 17
~3 min

Steam for about 10 minutes, until the dumplings look shiny and smooth.

Step 18
~3 min

Check for stickiness of the rice wrapper, indicating doneness.

Step 19
~3 min

Serve the Kozhukattai (Ukadiche Modaks).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the rice flour dough is well-kneaded to prevent cracks during steaming.

Keep the dough covered to prevent drying.

Grease your hands frequently with oil while handling the dough.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Filling can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a snack or dessert.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Serve with a dollop of ghee.
Pair with a spicy chutney.

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Maharashtra, India

Cultural Significance

A traditional sweet prepared during Ganesh Chaturthi.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ganesh Chaturthi

Occasion Tags

Festival
Celebration
Ganesh Chaturthi

Popularity Score

70/100

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