Paneer Gulkand Modak Recipe | Easy No Cook Modak for Festivals
Enjoy these delightful easy no cook paneer gulkand modak recipe during this coming Ganpati festival. These are fusion modak recipe made without using fire.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 150 gm homemade low fat paneer
- 2 tbsp gulkand
- ½ cup Desiccated Coconut
- ½ cup milk powder
- Ghee for greasing mould
- Modak mould for shaping
Instructions
- Crumble the paneer and place it in a mixing bowl. Add gulkand and blend them for few seconds in a grinder jar.
- Take out the mixture to a plate. Add milk powder and mix till no lumps left.
- Now add Desiccated Coconut and mix everything well.
- The mixture is slightly sticky. Keep it in the refrigerator for about an hour.
- Take out the mixture, it is slightly set.
- Grease your modak mould with a touch of ghee.
- Take a portion of the mixture and press it into the moulds, ensuring they are tightly packed.
- Gently remove the modaks from the moulds. They should hold their shape nicely.
- Place the no cook Gulkand Paneer Modaks in the refrigerator for an hour to set and firm up before serving.
- Store leftover modaks in the refrigerator and they stay good for about 5-7 days in the refrigerator.
- Once they're set, your healthy and delightful no added sugar Gulkand Paneer Modaks are ready to be enjoyed. Share them with loved ones during your festive celebrations.
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Notes
- Use soft fresh paneer for best taste and texture.
- Also make sure gulkand used is also of good quality.
- While the traditional modak shape is iconic, don't be afraid to experiment with different shapes and sizes to make your modaks unique and visually appealing.
- Shaping modaks can be a bit tricky, especially if you're new to it. Practice a few times to get a feel for the process before making the final batch.
- Modaks are best enjoyed fresh, so serve them soon after making for the best taste and texture.
- If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Enhance the presentation by garnishing your modaks with slivered almonds, pistachios, or edible rose petals. This not only adds visual appeal but also extra flavor.