Why Lord Ganesha loves to eat Modak .

 

A Modak is a sweet dumpling popular in Western, eastern and Southern India. It is called modak (मोदक) in Marathi. The sweet filling inside a modak is made up of fresh grated coconut and jaggery, while the soft shell is made from rice flour, or wheat flour mixed with khava or maida flour. The dumpling can be fried or steamed. The steamed version, called ukdiche modak, is eaten hot with ghee. Modaks have a special importance in the worship of the Hindu god Ganesh;modak is believed to be his favorite food, which begets him the moniker modakapriya (the one who likes modak) in Sanskrit. During the Ganesh worship ceremony, known in India as Ganesha Chaturthi the puja always concludes with an offering of twenty-one modaks to the deity and as prasad.
 

MODAK - LORD GANESHA'S FAVOURITE :
 
There is an interesting story in the Padma Purana regarding why Ganesha loves Modak. Once the Devas (demi gods) came to visit Shiva and Goddess Parvati and presented them a divine Modak. It was a very special Modak and the person who ate the modak will become knowledgeable in all scriptures, science, art and writing. Goddess Parvati wanted to present it to her sons – Lord Ganesha and Lord Kartik. But the brothers were not ready to share it.So a confused Goddess Parvati said that who among you proves the true meaning of sincerity and devotion will get the Modak.To prove the true meaning of devotion, Lord Kartik immediately mounted on his Vahana, or vehicle, and started visiting all the spiritual places.But Lord Ganesha went around Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and said that no amount of offerings or fasting or visiting sacred places is equal to the devotion of one’s father and mother.Impressed by Lord Ganesha’s explanation of true meaning of sincerity
and devotion, Goddess Parvati gave the Modak to Lord Ganesha. This is believed to be the reason for Lord Ganesha’s love for Modak.
 

Top 5 Sweets for Lord Ganesha - M.M.Mithaiwala

Ganesh Jayanti known as Magha shukla chaturthi a Hindu festival ,this occasion celebrates the birth day of Ganesha, the lord of wisdom. 

The top 5 mouth - watering  sweets offered & served to Lord Ganesha as prasad, naivedya or bhog  are as follows which are favorite of our Bappa too :)

1. Ukadiche Or Steamed Modak

Ukadiche modak is a sweet dumpling very much popular in Maharashtra and south India. The filling is made of fresh coconut & jaggery, the cover is made of Rice flour.This sweet is loved by Ganeshji. Modak has a special importance in the worship ceremony pooja which concludes with offering of 21 modaks to the deity.

2. Puran Poli

Puran poli is another very popular Maharashtrian recipe especially made during this festival. Puran is the sweet filling and the outer covering is called poli. According to Indian traditions, sweets are must to be added in the menu of the birthday celebrations.

3. Patholis

Patholi is the Queen of Konkani cuisine. Patholis are steamed rice rolls which are stuffed with mouthwatering fillings like coconut and jaggery & are made in some households on Ganpati. Patholis are steamed in turmeric leaves which capture its aroma .

4. Motichoor laddoo

It is one of the favorite dishes of Lord Ganesha & has a lot of importance during the aarti. Motichur Laddos are ball-shaped sweets made with tiny tiny boondi & ghee. They are most popular traditional Indian sweet dish.

5. Karanji

Karanji also known as Gujiya or Ghugra is a traditional sweet dish, deep fried & made up of dough, flour & bread that include grated coconut & sugar. It is one of the popular dishes which are made at the time of other Hindu festivals too.

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Khajur Modak Recipe - M M Mithaiwala

KhaJur Modak - M M Mithaiwala 

Fusion seems to be the keyword and the traditional modak has got a fun, new twist. 

M M Mithaiwala brings to you a delicious and healthy Khajoor Modak Instant recipe.

Ingredients

• Seedless Khajoor (Dates) - 1 cup
• Khuskhus (Poppy seeds) - 2 teaspoons
• Grated dry coconut - 2 tablespoons
• Cashew, almond and pista -1 cup
• Black Raisins - 2 tablespoons
• Cardamom powder - 2 teaspoons
• Pure Ghee - 1 tablespoon

Procedure

• In a non- stick pan, Melt ghee on slow flame add chopped nuts,coconut & saute it till it turns brown. 
• Then add Dates in it and keep smashing it until it blends well and turns soft. 
• Remove from heat & when cool enough put it in the mixer and grind it coarsely. 
• Now put it in "Modak Sacha" (Mold) to give proper shape. 
• Modak are ready for Ganpati bappa. 

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Chocolate Modak Recipe - MM Mithaiwala

Chocolate Modak - M M Mithaiwala 

Vakra-Tunda Maha-Kaaya Surya-Koti Samaprabha
Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarva-Kaaryessu Sarvadaa

Modak is a sweet delicacy which is prepared during the Ganesh Festival offered to Lord Ganesha as Prasad.But for this Chocolate Modak you don't need to wait for any occasion.

A delightful & delicious chocolate-twist given to the traditional Ganesha's favourite.It is an exceptional way of attracting kids & all ages of people who adore eating chocolates.

Chocolate modak looks very inviting, tempting  & yummiest in taste.

Ingredients :- 

1. 1 cup khoya (mawa)
2. 3/4 cup powdered sugar
3. 1/4 cup cocoa powder
4. 1 tbsp condensed milk

Method :- 

1. In a non stick pan add khoya & roast on low flame until it changes color slightly to golden brown.
2. Add condensed milk and stir for 1 minute. Turn off heat.
3. Add powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Stir until everything is well mixed. The mixture should resemble a dough consistency. Knead the dough with hand if needed.
4. When the mixture is still warm, stuff in a modak mould to get modak shape.

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Shrikhand Modak recipe – M.M. Mithaiwala

Ingredients:-

1 cup hung curds (chakka dahi)
2/3 cup sugar
1 tbsp icing sugar
1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
1/4 tsp nutmeg (jaiphal) powder
2 tbsp coarsely powdered nuts (cashew nuts , pistachios, almonds)
1/4 tsp saffron dissolved in 1 tbsp milk ghee to grease the modak moulds

 

Method:-

• Mix the hung curd and sugar in a non-stick pan and cook on a medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes or till it leaves the sides of the pan.

• Remove from the flame and transfer in a bowl, keep aside to cool for 8 to 10 minutes stirring occasionally.

• Add the icing sugar, cardamom powder, nutmeg powder, powdered nuts and saffron and mix well.

• Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions. 

• Place a portion modak mixture in the greased modak moulds. Repeat with the remaining portions to make 5 more modaks. Demould and serve.

Recipe source: Tarla Dalal's Latest Recipes 

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