What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "___ masala (spicy Indian chickpea dish)" from February 17, 2025?

Crossword clue

“___ masala (spicy Indian chickpea dish)”

This clue appeared as 16-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 17, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

CHANA

Letters5

Starts withC

Ends withA

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “___ masala (spicy Indian chickpea dish)” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 17, 2025 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with A.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “___ masala (spicy Indian chickpea dish)” clue?+

The answer is CHANA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 17, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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