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chhaunk

chhaunk is the alternative form of chaunk.

Meaning of chaunk

Noun

chaunk (uncountable)

  1. A garnish made by frying mustard seed, asafoetida, and other whole spices in oil or ghee to release the flavours. Can be added to soups, curries, etc., at the end of cooking.

Questions about chhaunk

What is chhaunk the alternative form of?
Chhaunk is the alternative form of chaunk.

Words near chhaunk in the dictionary

  1. chhatri
  2. chhatris
  3. Chhattisgadh
  4. Chhattisgarh
  5. Chhattisgarhi
  6. chhaunk
  7. Chhavi
  8. Chhay
  9. Chhaya
  10. Chhays
  11. chhena

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