Name: ~Mango Modak~ Recipe: Upgrade Your Gudi Padwa Mithai Game
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Maharashtrian
Ingredients: ¾ cup Fresh mango pulp; 1 cup Grated fresh coconut; ½ cup Sweetened condensed milk; ½ tsp Cardamom powder; 1 tbsp Ghee; a few Saffron strands (soaked in 2 tsp warm milk); 2 tbsp Finely chopped pistachios

Question 1

Q1. Can I make mango modak without a mould?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Just use your hands to form the dough into little balls or cones, then gently crimp the tops to resemble classic modaks.

Question 2

Q2. How to store mango modak?

Accepted Answer

Store the modaks in the refrigerator for a maximum of four days in a sealed, tight jar. For the most flavourful serving, let them come to room temperature first.

Question 3

Q3: Can I make Mango Modak vegan?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Swap out the ghee for coconut oil and make the saffron infusion using plant-based milk.

Question 4

Q4. Why is Mango Modak perfect for Gudi Padwa?

Accepted Answer

Gudi Padwa is a festival that honours new beginnings, and mangoes symbolise the arrival of spring. With Mango Modak, you can combine traditional mithai with seasonal fruit.