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Bhaji

भजी
Bha-jji

A popular Indian snack made of spiced vegetables, usually deep-fried in gram flour.

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Meaning & usage

Bhajji, also known as bhaji, is a popular Indian snack made from various vegetables such as potatoes, onions, or spinach, coated in a spiced gram flour batter and deep-fried until crispy. It is often served with chutneys and is a favorite during monsoon season or at festive occasions. The dish is enjoyed across India, with regional variations in the spices and vegetables used.

In a sentence

We enjoyed crispy bhajjis with mint chutney as a perfect snack during the rainy evening.

As seen in crosswords

Bhaji is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A popular Indian snack made of spiced vegetables, usually deep-fried in gram flour” (5)

Category: Food Origin: Marathi Script: Hindi

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