It’s very interesting to know the English names of some of the regional items or slang that are so commonly used by everybody.
Jalebi is one of them. It’s a snack-item available throughout North India. It’s sweet and often have a round criss-cross shape.
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Available on large sweet shops and also on hand-pulled carts. It’s enjoyed as a hot dish.
| Hindi | English | Transliteration |
| जलेबी | Funnel Cake | Jalebī |
Because there is no appropriate English name, often, it is called Jalebi in Roman form. However, a lot of people prefer calling it a funnel cake.
