Modaka (sweet)

Modaka is a traditional sweet, particularly popular in Indian cuisine, especially during festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi. It is a dumpling made of rice flour, stuffed with a mixture of grated coconut, jaggery (a type of unrefined sugar), and sometimes flavored with cardamom. The dumplings are typically steamed, giving them a soft texture. Modaka is often associated with Lord Ganesha, who is believed to be fond of this delicacy. The sweet symbolizes prosperity and is enjoyed as a festive treat by many families.