Bhaji
भजी
Bha-jji
Bhaji (भजी) is a Marathi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a popular Indian snack made of spiced vegetables, usually deep-fried in gram flour. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer BHAJI (5).
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.
Bhaji as a crossword answer
Bhaji is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A popular Indian snack made of spiced vegetables, usually deep-fried in gram flour” (5)
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