Coconut Sugar Kozhukattai (Sweet Modak)

Coconut Sugar Kozhukattai (Sweet Modak)

Traditional steamed dumplings filled with coconut and coconut sugar. Naturally sweet and festive — perfect for Ganesh Chaturthi and wholesome snacking.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • For the Dough:
  • Rice flour – 1 cup
  • Water – 1¼ cups
  • Salt – a pinch
  • Oil or ghee – 1 tsp
  • For the Filling:
  • Grated fresh coconut – 1 cup
  • Coconut sugar – ½ cup
  • Cardamom powder – ½ tsp
  • Ghee – 1 tsp (optional)

Instructions

  • Make the Filling,In a pan, add grated coconut and coconut sugar,Stir on low flame until the sugar melts and blends with coconut (4–5 mins),Add cardamom powder, mix, and let it cool

  • Prepare the Dough,Boil 1¼ cups water with a pinch of salt and 1 tsp oil,Once it boils, add rice flour gradually, stirring continuously,Mix until it forms a soft dough. Cover and rest for 5 mins,Knead the warm dough until smooth.

  • Shape the Kozhukattai, small balls from the dough,Flatten each ball into a small cup shape using fingers,Place a spoonful of the coconut-sugar filling inside,Seal the edges and shape into modaks or balls.

  • Steam,Place the shaped kozhukattais in a steamer or idli pot,Steam for 10–12 minutes on medium heat.