Masala
मसाला
mah-SAH-lah
Masala (मसाला) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a blend of spices used in Indian cooking. In crosswords it is the 6-letter answer MASALA (6).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #809.
Meaning & usage
Masala refers to a mixture of spices used in Indian cuisine to add flavor and aroma to dishes. It can be a dry powder or a paste, and the specific combination of spices can vary widely depending on the dish and regional preferences. Common ingredients in masala blends include cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder.
In a sentence
The chicken curry was rich and flavorful, thanks to the homemade masala.
Masala as a crossword answer
Masala is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A blend of spices used in Indian cooking” (6)
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