History/origins of Ladoo:
The famous sweet originated in India. The question is where, when and how did it get prepared. One of the believed theories surrounding the origins of the Ladoo revolve around the ancient Indian physician, Sushruta using Ladoos as antiseptic to treat his patients. From there onwards, Ladoos were used for different and it resulted in what we have today.
Sushruta, who is also known as the Father of surgery in India, wrote the books, Sushruta Samhita or The Compendium of Sushruta. Ladoos are said to have an Ayurvedic origin.
Also, there are claims that the origin of the Ladoo came when Hindu God, Lord Krishna’s mother, made an offering, for a Ganesha idol. That offering was similar to the Ladoo that comprises steamed rice flour dumpling stuffed with sugar and coconut shavings.
Also, there are other claims that another Hindu God named Lord Ganesha fed Ladoos, a. k. a., Modaka in the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit.
Sanskrit is one of 3 oldest known languages in the world along with Tamil and Egyptian. The actual origins of this famous sweet will generate continuous debate, but one thing is for sure. I want a Ladoo right now.
They look so yummy, I tried once in one of my Indian friend’s house on their festive time. They are very good. Pretty much like Timbits.
Okay I totally think I need to try these out, they sound yummy!
Oh yummy! These look so good. I have never tried this but really need to.
These look so yummy. I’ve never had these sweet dishes before but they look really yummy!
I tried it and I LOVE it! it is so delicious. I am actually thankful we don’t have it here so I don’t eat it that often
The coconut ladoo looks like it would be a really great recipe to try out myself at home! Thanks so much for sharing.
Oh my goodness! Ladoos sound absolutely divine. I must try them! Thanks for sharing all these great ways to eat them.
I never tried this before but I want to now after reading this post. This looks so delicious!
These sound so yummy and delicious. I will definitely try this weekend for my husband.