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Chakli

चकली
CHUCK-lee

A crispy, spiral-shaped Indian snack.

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Meaning & usage

Chakli is a popular Indian snack made from rice flour, lentil flour, and various spices. It is typically deep-fried until crispy and is enjoyed during festivals and as a tea-time snack. Chakli is known by different names in various regions, such as 'murukku' in South India, and is often served with chutney or enjoyed on its own.

In a sentence

During Diwali, we always prepare a large batch of chakli to share with family and friends.

As seen in crosswords

Chakli is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A crispy, spiral-shaped Indian snack” (6)

Play the crossword that uses it — MG Mini #832

Category: Food Origin: Sanskrit Script: Hindi

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