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Low-Oil Motichoor Laddoos For Ganesh Chaturthi

Low-Oil Motichoor Laddoos For Ganesh Chaturthi

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Low-Oil Motichoor Laddoos For Ganesh Chaturthi
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Low-Oil
Motichoor Laddoos
For Ganesh Chaturthi

55 mins
Cooking Time
Intermediate
Difficulty
6
Ingredients
Vegan
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A popular Indian sweet, motichoor laddoo is prized for its rich flavour and small, pearl-like texture. The word "motichoor" is a combination of two words. In Hindi, the word moti refers to a pearl, and the word choor or chur means crumble. This healthier and oil-free variation, which is made with besan (gram flour), uses soaked chana dal (split chickpeas) to achieve the same delicious flavour and tenderness without deep-frying. In India, motichoor laddoos are a mainstay of festival thalis and temple offerings, symbolising happiness, wealth, and devotion.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
1 cupChana dal / split chickpeas
1/2 cupSugar or as per taste
1/4 cupWater
3-4 piecesSaffron strands
¼ tspCardamom powder
2 tbspChopped nuts of your choice

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Step 1: Soak and grind the chana dal

  • Rinse 1 cup split chickpeas (chana dal) thoroughly.

  • Soak in enough water for 4–6 hours or overnight.

  • Drain and grind into a coarse paste using a few tablespoons of water.

Description - Step 2

Step 2: Steam cook the batter

  • Grease a tin or vessel and spread the coarse paste evenly.

  • Place it in a pressure cooker with water at the base (like pot-in-pot).

  • Pressure cook for 2 whistles, then simmer for 10 minutes.

  • Let the pressure release naturally and cool completely.

Description - Step 3

Step 3: Grate to make boondi

  • Cut the cooked batter into 4 pieces.

  • Grate each piece using a medium grater to get fine boondi.

  • Measure the grated boondi and adjust the sugar based on the sweetness preference.

Description - Step 4

Step 4: Roast the boondi

  • Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a pan.

  • Add the boondi and roast on low to medium heat for 12–15 minutes to eliminate the raw taste.

Description - Step 5

Prepare Sugar Syrup and Mix

  • In a saucepan, combine ½ cup sugar and ¼ cup water.

  • Add a few saffron strands.

  • Boil for 2–3 minutes and then reduce the heat.

  • Add chopped nuts and the syrup to the roasted boondi.

  • Cook for 1–2 minutes until the mixture absorbs the syrup and starts leaving the sides.

  • Add ½ tsp cardamom powder and mix well.

Description - Step 6

Step 6: Shape the laddoos

  • While warm, take small portions and roll into round laddoos using your palms.

  • Let them sit at room temperature.

Step 1
Step 1: Soak and grind the chana dal
soaking - 4–6 hours and grinding - 10 minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Steam cook the batter
10 minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Grate to make boondi
5 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Roast the boondi
12–15 minutes
Step 5
Prepare Sugar Syrup and Mix
5 minutes
Step 6
Step 6: Shape the laddoos
10 minutes

Plate it up!

Plating Instructions

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Place the laddoos in mini paper cups or on a decorative silver thali if serving for puja. You can also place a silver vark (optional) on top for a festive look.

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Pairing Instructions

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Pair this sweet with a warm glass of kesar milk or masala chai. It also complements well with other Indian sweets like kaju katli or coconut barfi during festivals.

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Garnishing Instructions

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Sprinkle finely chopped pistachios or almonds on top. Dust with a pinch of edible silver foil (vark) for a traditional touch. Optionally sprinkle a few marigold petals for that festive elegance touch.

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