Motichur ke Laddu
Motichoor Ke Laddoo
Every Indian festival has its own flavor and no celebration feels complete without sweets. Motichoor ke Laddoo is one of the most loved traditional sweets of India. Be it any joyous occasion weddings, parties, festivals -Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali or any puja-festival, the sweet that everyone likes the most is none other than Motichoor ke Laddoo. As we all know, Lord Ganesha is the first to be worshiped. Motichoor ke Laddoos are offered to Ganapati Bappa on various occasions. These tiny orange-golden pearls bound into soft, melt-in-the-mouth balls symbolize joy and devotion.
This Indian delicacy is more than just a sweet—it’s tradition, celebration and devotion all rolled into one tiny ball. Motichoor ke Laddoo is a very delicious festive sweet made from fine Boondi. Motichur ke Laddoo is made from fine, tiny balls of besan sweetened with sugar syrup. This melt-in-the-mouth Indian delicacy Laddoo is derived from a Sanskrit word 'Ladduka' that means 'a sweet ball'. The word 'Moti' in Hindi means 'pearls' and 'Choor' means “crushed“. If we rephrase it in English ,Motichoor Laddoo is termed as “Crushed Pearl Balls” . It is actually made by binding fine pearls of Boondi.
Motichur ke Laddu Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️
📝Ingredients
- Besan/Gram flour (thick) – a cup
- Saffron Food Color – (a pinch)
- Ghee –1 teaspoon
- Water – 235 ml
- Sugar – 180 grams
- Water – 90 ml
- Lemon juice– one to two drops
- Saffron Food Color – A Pinch
- Rose water –1/4 tsp
Other:
- Green Cardamom Powder: 1/4 tsp
- Muskmelon seeds: 2 tsp
- Ghee for deep frying
👩🍳Step-by-Step Instructions
In a bowl, mix besan with saffron color and ghee. Add water slowly while stirring. There should be no lumps. After adding 200 ml of water, keep it for 15-20 minutes. Besan gets thickened. Now add the remaining 35 ml of water as well. Mix well. The consistency of batter must be of thinner side, a pouring consistency. The batter should be thin and pourable.
Take a very fine 'Jhara' (ladle with tiny holes). Heat ghee in a kadhai. Hold Jhara over the hot ghee and pour the batter. Tiny droplets will fall and fry instantly into boondi pearls. Remove quickly using another perforated ladle and place on a sieve to drain excess ghee. Please note that as soon as you pour Boondi in ghee, you have to remove the Boondi with the help of another perforated ladle simultaneously.
Place the Boondi on a sieve to remove excess ghee. Let it cool down a bit. Keep aside for 15-20 minutes.
Make sugar syrup in the meantime.
To make sugar syrup, add sugar and water to the gas. Mix food color, rose water and lemon juice. Stir and cook till sugar dissolves. Boil until sugar dissolves completely, then turn off the flame.
Add the fried boondi into the sugar syrup (flame off). Mix well, then cook on low flame. It will take about 2–4 minutes to cook the mixture. When the mixture starts leaving the surface, turn off the flame.
Cover the mixture for 5 minutes. Spread it on a plate, mix muskmelon seeds and green cardamom powder in it. Mix well. While still warm, grease your palms and bind into laddoos.
Allow laddoos to sit for 4–5 hours. This resting time ensures that the boondi absorbs the syrup completely, making them soft and juicy.
Motichoor ke Laddoos are ready to serve. Enjoy the delicacy, It will melt in your mouth.
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📝 Recipe Notes & Tips For Motichur ke Laddu
- Boondi of Motichoor laddoos is made very fine and tiny in size for which you need a 'Jhara'. Jhara is a kind of a ladle (usually made with iron, steel,brass or other metal) with very fine tiny holes. You need the one with tiniest holes for this recipe. They come indifferent 'hole numbers' like you need number 0 for motichoor ladoo. The bigger the hole number, the bigger are the holes and the bigger your boondi will be.
- To make Boondi, the batter must be of thin pouring consistency. The batter must be thin and smooth; thick batter won’t work.
- To make Boondi, heat the ghee and pour batter while it is hot. Boondi is needed to be removed as soon as you add it in ghee.
- The main focus is that Boondi should neither overcooked nor undercooked. If it is undercooked then you will feel the taste of raw gram flour and if overcooked Laddoos will become crispy. Fry boondi on medium heat; avoid overcooking.
- Consume it only after few hours of making Laddoos. This is the time when Boondi soaks sugar syrup. Always let laddoos rest before serving – they taste best after 4–5 hours.
❄️ Storing tip: Store in an airtight container. They stay fresh for 3–4 days at room temperature.
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Recipe Details 📌
- Dish Type: Traditional Indian Sweet
- Cuisine: Indian (Festive Dessert)
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Resting Time: 4–5 hours
- Total Time: 5-6 hours (including resting)
- Serving Size: 16–20 laddoos (medium size)
Serving Suggestions 🍽️
- Offer as prasad during Ganesh Chaturthi
- Serve at Diwali celebrations or weddings
- Enjoy as a sweet treat after meals
- Gift in decorative boxes for festive sharing
FAQ – Motichoor Ke Laddoo Recipe ❓
Q1. Can I make Motichoor Laddoo without a jhara?
A traditional jhara gives the perfect fine boondi. However, if you don’t have one, you can use a fine slotted spoon, though the texture may not be as authentic.
Q2. Why did my laddoos turn hard?
If the sugar syrup was overcooked or the boondi over-fried, laddoos may become hard. Always cook syrup just until it dissolves and keep boondi soft.
Q3. Can I make this recipe with jaggery instead of sugar?
Yes, you can replace sugar with jaggery for a healthier twist, but the flavor and color will be slightly different.
Q4. How long do Motichoor Laddoos stay fresh?
They stay good for 3–4 days at room temperature in an airtight container. For longer storage, refrigerate them.
Q5. Can I add dry fruits to the laddoos?
Absolutely! Finely chopped cashews, almonds, or pistachios can be mixed in along with muskmelon seeds.
💬 Let’s Connect!
Friends, Motichoor Ke Laddoo is not just a sweet, it’s a piece of our culture, a festival favorite and a memory from childhood that never fades. Prepare it at home this festive season and share the joy with your loved ones.
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