Motichur laddu, a popular Indian sweet, is a small, round delight made from gram flour (besan) droplets soaked in sugar syrup and moulded into balls. The name “motichur” literally means “crushed pearls,” which aptly describes the laddu’s appearance, resembling their tiny and colourful pearls. These laddus are often garnished with slivers of almonds, cashews, pistachios and melon seeds, adding a delightful taste. Motichur laddu is popular during celebrations, weddings, and festivals, symbolizing happiness and good fortune, and is offered as a prasad to deities.