36DOT22 — Uttapam & Ukadiche Modak • Food

Uttapam & Ukadiche Modak • Food

»An uttapam (or uthapam, uttappam, etc.) is a type of dosa from South India. Unlike a typical dosa, which is crisp and crepe-like, an uttapam is thicker, with toppings.«

»Modak is an Indian sweet dumpling dish popular in many Indian states and cultures. The steamed modak ('ukadiche' in Marathi) is made of coconuts and sugar/jaggery. This variation is especially prepared during the Ganesh Festival. They are hand-made and cooked in a steamer. They are perishable and need to be consumed immediately.«