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Tapkla

टपकला
TAP-kla

A traditional Indian dish made with lentils.

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Meaning & usage

Tapkla, also known as tapkela, is a traditional Indian dish primarily made from lentils, often enjoyed in various regions of India. It is typically prepared by boiling lentils and seasoning them with spices, resulting in a flavorful and nutritious meal. This dish is commonly served with rice or flatbreads and is a staple in many Indian households.

In a sentence

For dinner, we enjoyed a delicious bowl of tapkla with steamed rice.

As seen in crosswords

Tapkla is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A traditional Indian dish made with lentils” (6)

Category: Food Origin: Hindi Script: Hindi

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