Goud Saraswat Brahmin style Banana Fried Modak

User profile image
Ria Pai (@riapai009)
5.0
From 1 rating

Banana fried modak is a delicious and healthier version of the traditional modak usually made in goud saraswat Brahmin families ( GSB ), perfect for offerings during festivals or as a sweet treat.

Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
10min
Total Time
40min
Goud Saraswat Brahmin style Banana Fried Modak  recipe

Ingredients

3 Servings
(1 serving = 4 modaks)

Soaking Batter for Goud Saraswat Brahmin style Banana Modak

  • 1 1/2cup
    Fine Sama rice ( for fasting) OR 1.5 cups semolina
  • 2
    ripe banana
  • 1tsp
    Green Cardamom powder
  • pinch
    of senda namak
  • 1/2cup
    Jaggery
  • Oil / ghee to fry

How to make Goud Saraswat Brahmin style Banana Fried Modak

Batter for Goud Saraswat Brahmin style Banana Modak

  1. Chop 2 ripe bananas randomly in a bowl. Mash using fork . The pulp should be smooth.

    Step 1.1: Chop 2 ripe bananas randomly in a bowl
    Step 1.2: Chop 2 ripe bananas randomly in a bowl
  2. Add pinch of senda namak and cardamom powder. Mix well.

    Step 1.1: Add pinch of senda namak and cardamom powder
    Step 1.2: Add pinch of senda namak and cardamom powder
  3. Add 1/2 cup jaggery powder and 1.5 cup fine sama rice. Mix well . You may find the batter to be watery but resting the batter for 15-20 min turns it into thick mouldable mixture.

    Step 1.1: Add 1/2 cup jaggery powder and 1
    Step 1.2: Add 1/2 cup jaggery powder and 1
    Step 1.3: Add 1/2 cup jaggery powder and 1
    Step 1.4: Add 1/2 cup jaggery powder and 1
  4. Meanwhile, heat oil and check on the banana Modak mixture. Take small portions to fry . The modak takes 7-8 min to get fried well.

    Step 1.1: Meanwhile, heat oil and check on the banana Modak mixture
    Step 1.2: Meanwhile, heat oil and check on the banana Modak mixture
    Step 1.3: Meanwhile, heat oil and check on the banana Modak mixture
    Step 1.4: Meanwhile, heat oil and check on the banana Modak mixture
  5. Goud Saraswat Brahmin style Banana Modak is ready to serve.

    Step 1.1: Goud Saraswat Brahmin style Banana Modak is ready to serve

Tips & Tricks

  1. Mash the bananas properly to avoid lumps. You can sauté the mashed bananas in ghee for enhanced flavor.

  2. If the dough feels dry, sprinkle a little water.

  3. Choose well-ripened bananas for a naturally sweet flavor and smooth texture.

  4. If the oil is not properly heated , the modaks will absorb oil more and get soggy . If the oil is too hot, the modaks will get over fried, turns black from outside but will remain uncooked from inside . Oil should be medium hot, then fry the portions.

Reviews

5.0
From 1 rating
m

misszie02

Thank you for sharing this recipe

riapai009's profile picture
instagram

Ria Pai

(@riapai009)

Welcome to my food blog, where passion for cooking meets a love for exploring flavors. Discover easy-to-follow recipes and culinary inspiration from kitchens near and...