Ingredients:

• 250 g Dried red chillies
• 125 g Coriander seeds
• 1.5 tsp – peppercorns
• 3/4 tbsp – Methi seeds (fenugreek seeds)
• 2 tsp – Turmeric powder
• 30 Garlic flakes

Method:

1. Heat an iron kadai. Dry roast all the ingredients (except garlic) separately on medium heat till they become fragrant and golden in colour.
2. Finally add garlic (without peeling the skin) and grind to a powder in a mixer.
3. Cool and store in an airtight container. Keep in refrigerator for later use.
4. This masala powder goes well with vegetables, chicken, mutton and egg dishes in Mangalorean cuisine.
5. Recipe Courtesy: Niya’s World

Recipe courtesy of Niya