Steamed, Gluten-free and Vegan Ukdiche Modak are what you can enjoy this Ganesh. Enjoy simple and delicious Festival food and stay healthy.

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Steamed, Gluten-free and Vegan Ukdiche Modak are what you can enjoy this Ganesh. Enjoy simple and delicious Festival food and stay healthy.
by [Archana Potdar] · This post may contain affiliate links · 54 Comments
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With my easy-to-follow recipe, you can make this refreshing drink. Infused with aromatic spices it is a drink you can sip anytime in the hot Indian Summers.
Buttermilk, Chaas, Majjige or Ghol are the other names for this drink. This is age-old and has been a part of Indian households for generations to help beat the heat in the summer.
This well-known cooling beverage is made across the length and breadth of the country. The flavours of this simple drink are distinct and mildly tangy and aromatic with spices. The thickness and the creaminess of the drink can be adjusted to suit individual tastes. Mattha is a drink that quenches your thirst, satiates you and quietly builds up your health too.
Whisk some yogurt water and the base is ready. Spiced it to suit your tastes and pantry. Enjoy the mattha plain flavoured with salt.
Wait there are more spices and herbs you can use to customise the matha to your taste. How about some powdered cumin, mint, coriander leaves, ginger and asafoetida?
Yes, you can flavour your Mattha and create a drink that suits your taste preferences.
Refreshing Mattha incredibly has a host of health benefits. Mattha is a probiotic that promotes gut health and aids digestion. Since it soothes the digestive tract we have a glass of mattha after a heavy and spicy meal.
Join me as I make the perfect Mattha. I will share with you the tips and tricks to make the matta in the traditional way. I will also share some variations which will vary based on personal and regional tastes. The result however is you indulge an age-old beverage that is a refreshing and healthy drink.
Make this Chaach as it is
These are commonly used ingredients to make Mattha. They can vary due to personal preferences or regional variations. Use or leave out what you do not like. For quantities please check the recipe card.
Yogurt: is the base of mattha you need fresh, plain and thick creamy curds.
Water: to adjust the thickness of buttermilk we use water.
Salt: we are making mattha we use salt to make a flavourful drink.
Herbs: I love mint and coriander leaves it makes the matta refreshingly delicious.
Spices: are added matha to enhance the flavours. Roasted cumin seed powder, asafoetida ginger, and black salt are standard. You can also use chaat masala.
Optional: The use of green chillies and ginger is a personal preference. In my hometown we make Majjige. It is tempered with oil and mustard seeds, asafoetida. Chopped curry leaves and coriander leaves make it a delight after a heavy festive meal.
Ice: a chilled matha tastes delicious.
Add the required amount of yogurt to a mixing bowl. The amount you will need will depend on the number of servings and the thickness of your drink.
Add water to the bowl of yogurt. Start by adding a little less than equal water. You can adjust the thickness later.
Add about ¼ teaspoon salt this will enhance the flavour of the matha. It will also work towards replacing the salt you lose as you sweat on a hot summer day. We can adjust as we need towards the end.
I like to add some roasted cumin powder (about ½ tsp) and about ¼ teaspoon of asafoetida.
With a whisk, a blender or an immersion mixer blend the ingredients to a smooth texture. Adjust the seasonings and thickness.
You can pour in the glass for those who need their matta with just these flavourings. Serve this is simple and perfect for some people. But a chilled Majjige tastes wonderful so chill it.
Check the seasoning and the thickness of the matha. Adjust the taste to your preference.
Pour into glasses and serve the matha. Garnish with roasted cumin seed powder and fresh herbs.
Enjoy matha on ice chilled.
This is the basic Mattha however you can
You will need
This is an old recipe that I posted on 17 May 2017. Now updating the post with new images and writeup.
What is Mattha?
Mattha, also known as Chaasor Buttermilk, is a traditional Indian beverage. The other names it is called are Majjige, Taak, Ghol or Neer Mor. It is made from yogurt and water typically seasoned and served chilled. A popular summer drink Mattha is refreshing and has a tangy taste.
Is Mattha different from regular yogurt?
Yes, Mattha is different from regular yoghurt. Mattha is a liquid beverage where you add water and spices to yogurt and blend. Regular yogurt is a dairy product and is thick and creamy which you consume as it is or in cooking/baking.
Can I make Mattha at home?
Yes, Mattha can be easily made at home very easily. You need yogurt, water, spices of your choice, and a whisk or blender. The recipe is simple, you can also adjust the ingredients according to your taste.
Can I customize the flavour of Mattha?
Of course, personalize Mattha to suit your taste. Add and adjust the amount of spices which can vary from cumin powder, black salt, or chaat masala to suit your taste. Use fresh herbs like mint,o coriander leaves, grated ginger or green chilli. The customised Mattha tastes better after all.
Can Mattha be consumed by vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, Mattha is recommended for vegetarians as we use dairy yogurt. However, it is not suitable for vegans.
What are the health benefits of Mattha?
Mattha is a rich source of calcium, protein, minerals and other essential nutrients. Mattha is rich in probiotics which promote a healthy gut and aid in digestion. A hydrating and cooling beverage Mattha is beneficial in maintaining overall well-being.
Is Mattha suitable for people with lactose intolerance?
Generally, Mattha is well-tolerated by individuals with lactose intolerance. Yogurt is made by the fermentation process. This reduces lactose content, and hence it is easy to digest. But listen to your body. Consume Mattha in moderation as individual tolerance may vary.
Nutritional Disclaimer: I am not a certified nutritionist and make no claims to the contrary. Please check with your nutritionist for your dietary needs and restrictions. Ultimately you are responsible for your decisions.
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Priya Suresh says
Nothing can beat this thirsty quencher. One of the best summer drink.
ArchanaPotdar says
True Priya, the very best.
Sujata Roy says
Chilled buttermilk is perfect for this hot weather. Simple healthy and tasty. Love it ????
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Sujata.
Shobha Keshwani says
Chaas is so refreshing in summer.. we have it everyday.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks.
Nalini says
Such a refreshing and healthy thirst quencher,perfect for the hot summer.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Nalini.
Gayathri Kumar says
This is the best drink you can make for summer. very comforting simple drink..
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks, Gayatri.
Pavani says
Such refreshing and delicious summer drink Archana. Love the simple spices you added.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Pavani.
Usha says
We call it majjiga in Telugu. I am in India now and buttermilk is my savior now days. It is a great summer cooler.
ArchanaPotdar says
I know it must be terrible for you Usha this heat. Enjoy your stay dear.
Renu says
Buttermilk is always so very refreshing...I never used asafoetida in buttermilk...will try...
ArchanaPotdar says
Do try Renu and let me know. Thanks!
Aruna says
THE drink of choice for me during summer (and all other seasons). I carry a glassful to work as well.
ArchanaPotdar says
I am lazy bones dont carry.;D
Padma Veeranki says
Delicious cooling summer drink....Nothing can beat this thirst quencher...!!
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Lathiya says
This is the ultimate summer drink..so healthy and perfect body cooler..
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Jayashree says
This is the ideal drink for summer, love it
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Avin says
I am having chilled chaas everyday with my meals. In this heat this is the best way to keep hydrated????
ArchanaPotdar says
True Avin.
Uma says
Simple and best drink for summer. When we are kids we used drink this a lot. Lovely share!
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Jagruti says
One of my favourite drink of summer, cooling and refreshing.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks.
sapana says
There is nothing as refreshing and healthy as this masala chaas. Love it to the core.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Srivalli says
I love the froth you have on the glass, very nicely done!
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks.
Seema Doraiswamy Sriram says
Classic. There is no better way to depict a recipe than the basics. I love the way you have churned the buttermilk and the frothy layer on top yummmm
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Seema.
Mayuri Patel says
Interesting, I usually add a variety of herbs and spices to chaas but have never added hing. Its a must try recipe. We have chaas every single day.
ArchanaPotdar says
Hing or asafoetida is an antiflatulent and settles the stomach. So I use it in almost anything.
Chef Mireille says
I remember having this at a restaurant I went to with Pradnya and Kalyani when I was in Mumbai and it was definitely cooling against the Mumbai heat. Great to know how to make it now
ArchanaPotdar says
Aww! so sweet of you Mir. I was to join you guys and would have if the circumstances were different.
Varada says
An awesome drink for summer. I love how you captured the froth at the top of the glass.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thank you Varada. Your praise means a lot to me.
Nisha Ramesh says
Love chaas. I can drink loads and loads of it. 🙂 Thats a perfect one and beautiful froth on top.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Nisha.
Mayuri Patel says
I make chaas everyday for lunch. For a change I tried it out by adding some hing and oh my it tasted so good. A good way to get probiotics into one's tummy.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Vaishali says
This is the best summer cooler - and though we all have our own variations and preferences , yet it remains a favourite in most families.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Vaishali. I agree we have many variations each remains a favourite.
Preeti garg says
Buttermilk in summer season is most favorite's drink.. I can drink everyday... thanks for sharing comforting food this month.
Priya Srinivasan says
Nothing beats a tall glass of chaas on a hot summer day! Learnt a new name for this refreshing summer drink, mattha ❤️ perfect share for the season !
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks enjoy some today.
Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth says
Nothing that is refreshing other than a cold and spiced buttermilk on a scorching day...
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks.
Radha says
This is the perfect one! I can never say no to this simple and cooling buttermilk. Great share.