Not Just Modak: Lord Ganesha Loves These 8 Foods Too

By Archisha Yadav | September 5, 2024

Modak is considered as Lord Ganesha’s favourite food. Made from rice flour, jaggery, and coconut, it is offered to him during Ganesh Chaturthi.

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Modak

Laddu, made from flour, ghee, and sugar, is a traditional sweet often offered to Lord Ganesha. 

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Laddu

A flatbread stuffed with jaggery and chana dal, Puran Poli is a favourite dish of Lord Ganesha, especially during special occasions and festivals.

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Puran Poli

Khirapat is a mixture of coconut, sugar, and dry fruits offered to Lord Ganesha during pujas. It’s a simple and sacred offering in many households.

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Khirapat

Motichoor Ladoo, made from fine boondi mixed with sugar syrup, is another popular sweet that devotees offer to Lord Ganesha during festivals.

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Motichoor Ladoo

Bananas are a significant offering to Lord Ganesha. The fruit represents simplicity and is often placed on the altar during prayers.

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Bananas

Coconut is considered auspicious and is offered in both grated form or whole during prayers to Lord Ganesha.

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Coconut

Shankarpali, a crispy snack made from wheat flour and sugar, is commonly made during Ganesh Chaturthi and offered to Lord Ganesha.

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Shankarpali

Tilgul, made from sesame seeds and jaggery, is another food item associated with Lord Ganesha. It’s commonly prepared during Makar Sankranti.

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Tilgul