abstract:Bafat (or Baffat) is a type of masala, a mixture of spices. It is commonly made with a mixture of dried and ground chilli peppers, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, black peppercorn, turmeric, cinnamon and clovesBaffat is commonly used in Mangalorean cuisine]and, due to the Portuguese influence in the area, is a combination of Indian and Portuguese flavors.