How to pronounce Samay baji

Samay baji is written समय बजी where it comes from. In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /sʌmʌe bʌd͡zi/. In plain English letters that is SA-may BA-jee, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. There is no recording by a native speaker yet, so use the spelling and the IPA.

What is Samay baji?

Samay baji is a main dish of Nepal. Where it comes from: Bagmati. People usually eat it on festive days and at lunch or dinner. Its main ingredients are rice, beef and beans & tofu. It tastes savory and spicy.

Where Samay baji comes from

Samay baji is one of 15 signature dishes of Nepal on this map. See all dishes from Bagmati Zone.

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Food of Nepal

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