Bafat Masala Powder - The Flavour Packed
Mix Enjoyed in Southern Indian Cooking

Bafat masala is a flavourful blend used in Mangalorean cooking. Often used to flavour pork, it's super versatile and can be used with various other meats and also doubles up as a general seasoning for many other dishes.

What You'll Need: (makes about 10 tablespoons)

10–12 birds eye chili peppers (or other variety - see note below)
4 tbsp coriander seeds
2 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp brown mustard seeds
1 tbsp turmeric
1 tbsp cayenne pepper
4 tsp white peppercorns (or black)
4 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp ginger powder
2 tsp nigella seeds
1 tsp grated nutmeg
1 tsp whole cloves
1 x 3 inch piece cinnamon
6-8 star anise
20-30 saffron strands (optional)

tbsp = tablespoon
tsp = teaspoon

Directions:

  • Break up the cinnamon 
  • Grind the cinnamon pieces along with the chili peppers, peppercorns, cumin, coriander, mustard, nigella, cloves and star anise
  • Sieve into a bowl
  • Stir in the cayenne, nutmeg, ginger, garlic and turmeric powders
  • And, if using, crumble in the saffron strands and stir again

Store in an airtight jar out of direct sunlight. Use within 3 months.

Chili Pepper Note: I used birds eye peppers for this mix. However, these are fairly hot, so if you prefer, you can use a milder variety.


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