Sunday, October 23, 2011

BAFATH POWDER


Bafath powder is a masala powder very popular in Mangalore. This powder is used as a base for fish or meat marinade or curries. Readily prepared Bafath Powder is available in stores in Mangalore and in many other places. The powder can be stored for nearly six months or more in air-tight containers.



To Prepare the Bafath Powder:


Ingredients:


  1. Long chillies : 650 gms
  2. Short chillies : 125 gms
  3. Coriander seeds : 60 gms
  4. Cumin seeds : 2 ½ tbspn
  5. Mustard : 1 tbspn
  6. Pepper : 1 tbspn
  7. Turmeric : 1 tbspn
  8. Cloves & Cinnamon : 1 1/2 tspn


Method:


  • Dry the above ingredients in the sun for 2 – 3 days
  • Powder all the above ingredients until smooth and fine.
  • Store in air-tight containers.
  • Refrigerate if for a longer period.


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