Crossword clue
“Fragrant rice dish”
This clue appeared as 1-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 9, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
PILAFLetters5
Starts withP
Ends withF
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Fragrant rice dish” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 9, 2025 as 1-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with F.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Fragrant rice dish” clue?+
The answer is PILAF (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 9, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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