Ganesh Chaturthi Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 — Make These South Indian-Style Kozhukattai Modak At Home

Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 with South Indian-style Kozhukattai Modak. Discover the traditional festive sweet loved across Tamil Nadu and Kerala, perfect for bhog and celebrations.

Step 1

Take a pan, heat it, and add jaggery with a splash of water. Stir it until it melts.

Step 2

Add grated coconut and cardamom powder to it. Mix it well and cook till the mixture thickens. Set it aside and allow it to cool.

Step 3

Take another pan, add water in it with a pinch of salt and little ghee. Let it boil. Slowly add rice flour and stir to make a smooth dough.

Step 4

Allow the dough to cool slightly, then knead it until soft and pliable.

Step 5

Take small portions of dough, flatten them, and shape into cups.

Step 6

Fill each portion with the coconut and jaggery mixture and seal them into a dumpling shape.

Step 7

Steam the modaks in an idli steamer for 10–12 minutes until glossy and cooked.

Step 8

Offer to Lord Ganesha and enjoy with family.