Food Crossword

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  1. 2. Fresh Indian cheese, often used in vegetarian dishes like paneer tikka or paneer butter masala.
  2. 4. Unleavened flatbread, a staple in Indian cuisine, made from wheat flour and water.
  3. 7. Creamy curry made with a mixture of yogurt, cream, and nuts, often with meat or vegetables.
  4. 9. Cooking method using a clay oven (tandoor) to grill marinated meats and bread (naan) at high temperatures.
  5. 11. Puri: A popular street food consisting of hollow, crispy balls filled with spicy tamarind water, potatoes, and chickpeas.
  6. 14. Fragrant rice dish, often prepared with spices, meat (chicken, lamb, or goat), and sometimes saffron.
  7. 15. Traditional Indian tea made with black tea leaves, milk, and a blend of aromatic spices.
  8. 18. Spicy Goan curry dish, typically made with pork or lamb, and flavored with vinegar and chili peppers.
  9. 19. Spinach, often used as a base for dishes like palak paneer (spinach and cheese curry).
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  1. 1. Clarified butter used in many Indian recipes for frying and flavoring.
  2. 3. A blend of aromatic spices used in various dishes, such as garam masala or tikka masala.
  3. 5. Sweet deep-fried dessert made from wheat flour, often shaped like a pretzel and soaked in sugar syrup.
  4. 6. Josh: A flavorful Kashmiri curry made with tender pieces of meat and aromatic spices.
  5. 8. Thin, crispy rice crepe, typically served with chutney and sambar.
  6. 9. Small, fried or grilled patties, often made from potatoes and spices.
  7. 10. Yogurt-based side dish with cucumbers, mint, and spices, often served to cool the palate.
  8. 12. Small pieces of marinated and grilled meat, such as chicken or lamb.
  9. 13. Refreshing yogurt-based drink, available in sweet (lassi) or salty (lassi) varieties.
  10. 16. Triangular pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and sometimes minced meat, then deep-fried.
  11. 17. A lentil-based dish, often spiced and served with rice or bread.