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Tapkla

टपकला
TAP-kla

Tapkla (टपकला) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a traditional Indian dish made with lentils. In crosswords it is the 6-letter answer TAPKLA (6).

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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.

Tapkla as a crossword answer

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

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

Category: Food Origin: Hindi Script: Hindi

Related words

  • Fasak — A traditional Telugu dish made during festivals.
  • Vada — A savory Indian fritter made from legumes or potatoes.
  • Roti — Round, unleavened Indian flatbread cooked on a hot griddle.
  • Chai — Indian tea, usually brewed strong with milk, sugar and spices.
  • Radhaballabi — A stuffed deep-fried bread from Bengal, often filled with spiced lentils.
  • Naan — Soft, leavened flatbread traditionally baked in a tandoor (clay oven).

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