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Terms in Nepali 21-30 of 118

bhogate

[Nepali]

Pomelo. A citrus fruit similar in appearance to a grapefruit with one slightly pointed end. Once the thick skin is peeled, the segments need to have the tough leathery coating pulled away. Inside, the flesh can be deliciously sweet and juicy. It is better left for a few days after picking before it is eaten. There are pink and white versions. Is sometimes used in salads and savoury dishes.

bhooja

[Nepali]

Cooked rice

bodi

[Nepali]

Black eyed beans

bokko ko maasu

[Nepali]

Goat

chamal

[Nepali]

Uncooked rice

chana

[Nepali]

Chickpeas (US: garbanzo beans), Bengal gram. Darker and smaller than the chickpeas generally available in the West.

chana dhal

[Nepali]

Chickpeas (US: garbanzo beans).

channa

[Nepali]

Chickpeas (US: garbanzo beans), Bengal gram. Darker and smaller than the chickpeas generally available in the West.

chhyapi

[Nepali]

Shallot

chij

[Nepali]

Cottage cheese made from curdled bottled milk, like a cross between Ricotta and tofu. It can be fried and curried.