Low-Oil

Motichoor Laddoos

For Ganesh Chaturthi

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.