CultureSeptember 7, 2026

bhaji

BAH-jee

Definition

A South Asian dish consisting of vegetables, such as bitter melon or okra, that have been fried, typically in a seasoned batter or spiced oil.

Etymology

The word comes from the Hindi and Urdu 'bhaji,' which ultimately derives from the Sanskrit 'bhaj,' meaning to divide or share, referring to a dish meant for portioning.

In the news

The article uses 'korola bhaji' and 'dherosh bhaji' as examples of ordinary, home-cooked meals that individuals may choose to stage and photograph to share with others.

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