Ingredients
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4tsp Ghee2 tsp for roasting makhana, 2 tsp for dates)
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40gm Makhana
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1/4 cup Cashews
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1/4 cup Sunflower seeds
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1/4 cup Pumpkin seeds
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2 tbsp Sesame seeds
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1/4 cup Dry grated coconut (vati coconut)
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2tbsp Poppy seeds (khas khas)
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12-15 (or to taste) Dates
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1/2 tsp Elaichi (cardamom) powder
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1/4 tsp Nutmeg powder (jaifal)
About
✨ Welcoming Ganpati Bappa with a delicious twist this year! 🎉 Try these Healthy No Added Sugar Makhana Seeds Modaks that not only taste divine but are packed with nutrients! Made with ghee, crunchy makhana, cashews, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, dry grated coconut, poppy seeds, and the natural sweetness of dates, they’re a guilt-free treat for the festive season. 🌿
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These delightful modaks are rich in calcium and magnesium, providing you with all the health benefits you need while indulging in the festivities. Plus, they take hardly any time to make ! Perfect for busy schedules during the Ganesh Chaturthi celebration.
Steps
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In 2 tsp Ghee, roast 40 gm Makhana. |
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Remove from the pan and keep aside. |
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Dry roast 1/4 cup cashew, 1/4 cup sunflower seeds and 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds. |
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Roast for 5 minutes on slow flame and then add 2 tbs sesame seeds, 1/4 cup dry grated coconut (vati coconut) and 2 tbs khas khas (poppy seeds). |
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Dry roast everything for more 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool down. |
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Once both Makhana and Seeds mix has cooled down, coarsely grind it in a mixer jar. (Don’t make fine powder). |
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Next in a pan, heat 2 tsp ghee and add 12-15 dates (you may increase or decrease quantity of dates per your taste) |
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Cook dates on slow to medium flame till they become sof |
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Add these dates into coarsely grinded mixture. |
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For the flavor add 1/2 tsp elaichi powder and 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder (jaifal). |
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Mix everything well and make Modak. Make sure you have greased the mould with ghee first. Healthy no sugar makhana seeds modak are ready. These will stay good outside for one week easily. |
