Ukadiche Modak (Steamed Rice Dumplings With Sweet Coconut Filling) – Pepkitchen

Ingredients

• 2 cups desiccated coconut (or fresh coconut, grated)
• 1 cup water (do not use if using fresh coconut)
• 1 cup jaggery (grated)
• 1 tsp cardamom powder
• 1 tsp ghee (clarified butter)
• 2 cups rice flour (fine, chawal atta)
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup almond (powdered or any nuts of your choice (optional))