Each Masala Tells a Story
The Women of Fatorda is a brand that champions the traditional, authentic and unique cuisine of Goa through a wide range of curated masala blends created by women Self-Help Groups that represent the Hindu, Christian, Muslim and Tribal communities of Goa. These recipes go back hundreds of years and are handed down generations within their families and communities and carry the aromas of Goa’s rich and eclectic cuisines. The Women of Fatorda is both the product of our strong desire to showcase Goan home cooking and the unwavering determination of women to claim their social and financial independence. These unique masalas are made with the choicest ingredients sourced from local farms and are hygienically packed for a true Goan culinary experience. They contain no artificial additives or preservatives.
Off the beaten track. The soul of Goa. Traditional. Authentic. Rare.
Much of Goa’s identity and reputation stems from its premier position as a holiday destination in India, with its many palm-fringed beaches, laid back life style and, of course, good food. Despite the huge popularity of its cuisine, for most outsiders, Goa’s delicacies do not stretch beyond the mainstream Portuguese usual suspects and their Goan derivatives. This regrettably overshadows a vast repertoire of Goan Hindu, Christian and Muslim creations, along with that of the indigenous tribes, that are outstanding in their taste, character and style of cooking. Even the various specialities of its regions and localities that lend variety and richness are mostly overlooked and never attempted. The Women of Fatorda brand of masalas aims to showcase these unknown and hidden gems that reflect the essence of these communities through recipes that are handed down many generations. While you enjoy our unique masalas, discovering new tastes and textures, trying out new preparations with them, we hope to bring about a shift in perspective with which all of us view Goa and its eclectic cuisine.
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An ancient, shell fish everyday masala from the oldest inhabitants of the Konkan: the Kunbi tribe. Works with crabs, prawns , mussels and other shell fish. This recipe for the masala has been handed down generations from mother to daughter within families and communities. Check out the full recipe at www.womenoffatorda.in/tisryo-masala/
Recheado is a Portuguese classic. Our green varient is a flavour packed ancient recipe handed down from mother to daughter for generations. Simple, easy marinade that works with fish, meats and with various vegetables.
An unique ancient spice blend from the Chandrawado community of Goa. Excellent for meat, this masala recipe is handed down generations within families and communities, retaining the flavour and aroma of classic #Goan cuisine. Check out a recipe at https://www.womenoffatorda.in/mutton-curry/
Chandrawado Mutton masala is an ancient spice blend that combines elements of ethnic Goan cuisine and Muslim cuisine to create an unique flavour and aroma. This special Masala is perfected over generations within the communities of Chandrawado in Fatorda. Recipe at www.womenoffatorda.in/mutton-curry/
Caldin is the ultimate comfort food. Try our Caldin De Camarão, a Portuguese born Goan classic. Our masala blend is an everyday recipe handed down generations within families and communities, and compliments fish and meats as well as vegetables. Check out the recipe for Vegetable Caldin at https://www.womenoffatorda.in/veg-caldin/
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Our sample size masala packs are ideal to introduce oneself to the eclectic cuisine of Goa and also to add to your recipes for a typical Konkan, coastal twist. Currently available for 3 spice blends. Adding more soon.
A range of ancient, unique and authentic spice blends that offers a wide variety of dishes that carry the flavour and aroma of the cuisine of Goa and the Konkan coast handed down generations within families and communities. Use them on their own or add it to your dishes for a flavourful twist. Check out recipes at www.womenoffatorda.in/recipes
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Our Goemchi Biryani masala is an unique blend of spices that lend a distinct Goan character to the Biryani. Simple and easy to make, this masala, like all our masalas, takes the hardship and time out of the cooking and gives you the authentic taste and flavour of Goa’s own Biryani. Detailed recipe at www.womenoffatorda.in/mutton-biryani/
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Our Pedne Xacuti masala is an unique blend of Goan and Malvani cuisines in a recipe that dates back ages, and handed down generations within communities and families. Check out the recipe at www.womenoffatorda.in/chicken-shagoti/
Our Gavli Bhaji and Soongta Hooman masalas are now available in smaller packs. Good opportunity to sample two of the authentic, unique splice blends of #Goa. womenoffatorda.in/shop
Quick and easy biryanis with our Goemchi Biryani masala. An ancient and authentic biryani blend that fuses elements of Goan Hindu cuisine with Muslim cuisine. Created by the women of the Chandrawado locality of Fatorda.
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Our Masalas
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Caldin De Camarᾶo
₹79.00 / ₹150.00
Frango À Cafreal
₹79.00 / ₹150.00
Vindaloo De Goa
₹79.00 / ₹150.00
Sample Pack 1
₹125.00
Sample Pack 2
₹118.00
Sample Pack 3
₹128.00
Aamso-Tiksso
₹79.00 / ₹150.00
Chandrawado Mutton
₹79.00 / ₹150.00
Fisherman’s Barbeque
₹74.00 / ₹140.00
Gavli Bhaji
₹75.00 / ₹145.00
Goemchi Biryani
₹75.00 / ₹145.00
Green Recheado
₹75.00 / ₹145.00
Kunbi Xasti
₹75.00 / ₹145.00
Pedne Shagoti
₹79.00 / ₹150.00
Soongta Hooman
₹75.00 / ₹145.00Suggested Recipes
With Kunbi Xasti
Who doesn’t like pakoras? Nothing can be as delicious as a hot plate of your favourite vegetables or meat fritters…
With Caldin De Camerão
Caldin is comfort food. The word Caldin is derived from the Portuguese ‘caldinho’ which means broth. It is a simple …
With Vindaloo De Goa
ur Vindaloo de Goa masala is a spice blend recipe that goes back generations, and handed down within families, and …
With Pedne Shagoti
When in doubt, use eggs. So goes the saying. Eggs are underrated when it come to hosting parties because …
With Fisherman’s Barbeque
Chicken drumsticks are a very popular cut of chicken because of its solid bone, high flavour and fat content…
With Green Recheado
Anchovies are small fish which in Konkani language are called Velio, and are extremely popular not only in Goa but…
With Gavli Bhaji
Batter fried Eggplant (Aubergine) is a common accompaniment with meals or as a snack in most parts of…
With Soongta Hooman
Fish curries are an indispensable part of Indian cuisine, especially that of the coastal regions where the sheer …
With Kunbi Xasti
The traditional spice blends of the Kunbi tribe, the original inhabitants of Goa and the Konkan region, is unrivalled…
