Strawberry Matcha Modak

Looking for a Ganesh Chaturthi recipe that feels traditional but still has a modern twist? Meet Strawberry Matcha Modak - a creamy, fruity, and delicious take on the classic modak.

As strawberry and matcha are becoming popular flavour combinations in India, this festive fusion brings them together in one bite. Google Trends has reported a significant rise in searches for strawberry matcha in India, while modaks remain the traditional and most-loved Ganesh Chaturthi sweets.

📌Ingredients

📌For the Modak

🍃200 g khoya/mawa, crumbled

🍃½ cup powdered sugar

🍃3-4 fresh strawberries, pureed

🍃1 tsp ghee

🍃½ tsp cardamom powder

🍃3 g Everyday Matcha Powder

🍃1 tbsp warm milk

🍃Chopped pistachios for garnish

📌Instructions

🍃1. Prepare the strawberry puree

Create a puree out of fresh strawberries and cook them over low heat for 2-3 minutes until slightly thick. Let it cool.

🍃2. Cook the mawa

Heat ghee in a non-stick pan. Add crumbled mawa and cook on low heat until smooth.

🍃3. Add sugar

Mix in powdered sugar and continue cooking until the mixture thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan.

🍃4. Add strawberry flavour

Add the cooled strawberry puree and cardamom powder. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

🍃5. Add matcha Powder

Mix the matcha with warm milk until smooth. Add it to the mixture and combine well.

🍃6. Shape the modaks

Allow the mixture to cool slightly. Grease a modak mould with a little ghee, fill it with the mixture, and press gently.

🍃7. Garnish and serve

Carefully remove the modak from the mould and garnish with pistachios. Serve fresh.

📌 Why You'll Love This

• A fun modern modak recipe for Ganesh Chaturthi.

• Combines the fruity taste of strawberry with earthy matcha.

• Easy to prepare at home with simple ingredients.

• Perfect for anyone searching for unique modak recipes.

• Adds a colourful, contemporary touch to your festive sweets.

• Great for sharing with family and friends during Ganpati celebrations.

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📌 Expert Tips

• Cook the mawa on low heat to keep the mixture soft and creamy.

• Cook the strawberry puree briefly to remove excess moisture.

• Always dissolve the matcha in warm milk before adding it to the mixture.

• Do not add too much strawberry puree, as excess moisture can make shaping difficult.

• Lightly grease your mould for easy release.

• Chill the finished modaks for 20-30 minutes if you prefer a firmer texture.

📌Final Thoughts

This Strawberry Matcha Modak is where festive tradition meets the flavours everyone is talking about. With the classic charm of modak and the trending combination of strawberry and matcha, it makes a delicious addition to your Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.

Whether you're preparing homemade prasad for Bappa or simply trying a new festive dessert, this recipe is an easy way to make your celebrations a little more playful. 

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