How to pronounce Balti

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /ˈbɔːlti/. In plain English letters that is BAWL-tee, 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 Balti?

Balti is a main dish of the United Kingdom. Where it comes from: West Midlands. People usually eat it at lunch or dinner and late at night. Its main ingredients are chicken, lamb and vegetables. It tastes spicy and savory.

Where Balti comes from

Balti is one of 56 signature dishes of the United Kingdom on this map. See all dishes from England.

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