Description
Parvati too in order to cater to Ganesh’s appetite resorted to preparing modak as that had the ability to instantly satiate Ganesh’s hunger. Thus, the tradition of preparing modak continues to be followed as Ganesh’s prasad. A bhog of 21 modaks is offered to Bappa during puja.
Modaks are sweet dumplings that are filled with grated coconut or jaggery.
Steamed Modak
Fried Modak
Chana Dal Modak
Rava Modak
Dry Fruits Modak
Dark Chocolate Modak
Modaks are Lord Ganesha’s favourite foods so much so that he is also known as ‘Modapriya’. There are several stories that mention his love for the sweet dumplings. Made with rice flour, coconut, jaggery and steamed to perfection, devotees prepare several types of Modak and offer them as a prasad.