Patishapta
পাটিশাপটা
pah-TEE-shahp-tah
Patishapta (পাটিশাপটা) is a Bengali-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a Bengali dessert made of crepes filled with coconut and jaggery. In crosswords it is the 10-letter answer PATISHAPTA (10).
Meaning & usage
Patishapta is a traditional Bengali dessert, often served during festivals and special occasions. It consists of thin crepes made from rice flour, filled with a mixture of grated coconut and jaggery. The dish is typically enjoyed with a drizzle of milk or khoya, enhancing its rich flavor. Patishapta is a beloved sweet, showcasing the culinary heritage of Bengal.
In a sentence
For dessert, we savored delicious patishapta filled with sweet coconut and jaggery.
Patishapta as a crossword answer
Patishapta is a 10-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A Bengali dessert made of crepes filled with coconut and jaggery” (10)
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