Dal
दाल
dahl
Dal (दाल) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a dish made from lentils or other pulses, often spiced. In crosswords it is the 3-letter answer DAL (3).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #1058.
Meaning & usage
Dal refers to both the ingredient (lentils, peas, or beans) and the dish made from them, which is a staple in Indian cuisine. It is typically cooked with spices and sometimes vegetables, and served with rice or bread. Dal is an essential source of protein in vegetarian diets across India.
In a sentence
For dinner, we had a delicious bowl of dal with rice.
Dal as a crossword answer
Dal is a 3-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A dish made from lentils or other pulses, often spiced” (3)
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