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Chhakni

ছাঁকনি
CHHAHK-nee

A type of strainer or sieve used in cooking.

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Meaning & usage

Chhakni is a Bengali term referring to a strainer or sieve commonly used in cooking to separate liquids from solids. It is an essential kitchen tool in many Indian households, particularly for preparing various dishes that require filtering, such as dal or rice. The word is derived from the Bengali language and reflects the culinary practices of the region.

In a sentence

She used a chhakni to strain the boiled vegetables before adding them to the curry.

As seen in crosswords

Chhakni is a 7-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A type of strainer or sieve used in cooking” (7)

Category: Food Origin: Bengali Script: Bengali

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