Modaks sold during Ganesh Chaturthi now range from the traditional coconut-and-jaggery preparation to versions made with mawa, chocolate, cashews and dry fruits. Deciding which to pick is confusing, especially when shops use different pack sizes and pricing formats.
Some sellers charge per piece, but others list prices for 250g, 500g or 1kg boxes The final cost can also change according to the city, outlet, packaging and delivery platform. Here are the main types of modak you may find on Zomato and what goes into them.
Ukadiche Modak
Ukadiche modak is prepared with a steamed rice-flour covering and a filling of coconut and jaggery. Cardamom, poppy seeds and dry fruits may be added, depending on the recipe.
These modaks are generally served warm and have a short consumption window. They are better ordered from a nearby restaurant, as their texture can change during a long delivery.
Prices vary according to size and packaging. A 2026 Delhi price guide places ukadiche modaks at around Rs 25 to Rs 45 per piece. However, Bombay Sweet Shop currently lists a box of five at Rs 325, which works out to Rs 65 per modak. A packaged 500g version from Haldiram’s is also listed at Rs 299. These examples show why buyers should compare weight and quantity rather than price alone.
Fried Modak
Fried modaks generally have an outer covering made with wheat flour or maida. The filling can contain coconut, jaggery, semolina, cardamom and nuts.
Their shell is firmer than that of steamed modaks, allowing them to handle delivery better. They can also be kept for guests arriving later, though storage instructions should still be checked.
Fried modaks may be sold by piece or weight. Prices may vary depending on the area.
Mawa Modak
Mawa modak is a milk-based mithai shaped like a modak. It is usually prepared with khoya, sugar and cardamom. Saffron, pistachios and almonds may be added to some versions.
This type is commonly sold by mithai shops outside Maharashtra, making it easier to find across Indian cities. The Delhi price guide estimates mawa modaks at Rs 30 to Rs 55 per piece, though branded and gift-box versions may cost more.
Since mawa contains dairy, check the preparation date and refrigeration guidance after delivery.
Chocolate Modak
Chocolate modaks come in several forms. Some use chocolate in the outer layer, while others combine chocolate with mawa or include a chocolate filling.
They are often sold as festival sweets for children or as part of assorted boxes. Prices in Delhi are estimated at Rs 35 to Rs 60 per piece. The amount can increase when couverture chocolate, nuts or filled centres are used.
Dry-Fruit Modak
Dry-fruit modaks may contain dates, figs, almonds, cashews and pistachios. Some shops avoid refined sugar and use dates or figs for sweetness, but that does not make the product sugar-free.
Prices generally sit above those of steamed and mawa modaks because of the ingredients. A Delhi guide places them at Rs 50 to Rs 90 per piece. Current listings show how widely rates can vary: one Mumbai seller lists a 250g assorted dry-fruit modak box at Rs 535, while a Jaipur seller lists 500g gulab dry-fruit modaks at around Rs 908.
Kaju and Kesar-Pista Modak
Kaju modaks use cashews and sugar, giving them a composition closer to kaju katli. Kesar-pista versions may contain mawa or cashew, along with saffron and pistachios.
These are usually positioned above regular mawa modaks. Indicative prices for kesar-pista modaks range from Rs 60 to Rs 120 per piece in Delhi. Silver leaf, gift packaging and nut content can increase the cost further.
Premium pricing can go much higher. A Nashik sweet shop is selling cashew modaks with silver leaf for Rs 2,000 per kg, while a 24-carat gold-leaf version costs Rs 27,000 per kg. These are exceptions rather than useful benchmarks for a regular order.
Coconut Modak
Coconut modaks may be prepared with fresh coconut, desiccated coconut, sugar, jaggery or condensed milk. Unlike ukadiche modaks, some versions do not have a rice-flour covering and are shaped directly from the coconut mixture.
Check whether dairy is used and how long the product can remain at room temperature. Versions made with fresh coconut or condensed milk may need refrigeration.
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