What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Dish named for a scientist" from September 17, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Dish named for a scientist”

This clue appeared as 6-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

PETRI

Letters5

Starts withP

Ends withI

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Sep 17, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Dish named for a scientist” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 17, 2026 as 6-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with I.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Dish named for a scientist” clue?+

The answer is PETRI (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 17, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+

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