Shingara
সিঙাড়া
shin-GAH-rah
A savory Indian pastry filled with spiced potatoes and peas, also known as samosa.
Meaning & usage
Shingara, commonly known as samosa in other parts of India, is a popular Bengali snack consisting of a deep-fried pastry filled with a mixture of spiced potatoes, peas, and sometimes other vegetables. It is a staple at tea time and is often served with chutney. Shingara is particularly popular in Bengal and Bangladesh, where it is enjoyed as a street food and during festive occasions.
In a sentence
Every afternoon, we enjoy shingara with a cup of hot tea.
As seen in crosswords
Shingara is a 8-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A savory Indian pastry filled with spiced potatoes and peas, also known as samosa” (8)
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