What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "___ paratha (cheese-filled flatbread)" from May 9, 2026?

Crossword clue

“___ paratha (cheese-filled flatbread)”

This clue appeared as 49-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance

PANEER

Letters6

Starts withP

Ends withR

Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “___ paratha (cheese-filled flatbread)” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 9, 2026 as 49-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with P and ends with R, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “___ paratha (cheese-filled flatbread)” clue?+

The answer is PANEER (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 9, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+

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