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If someone asks you to describe the taste of amla or cucumber, you might find it difficult to explain. How would you describe the taste of these – tomato, onion, saunf, garlic.

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If someone asks you to describe the taste of amla or cucumber, you might find it difficult to explain.

How would you describe the taste of these – tomato, onion, saunf, garlic.

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Solution

Food Item Taste
Tomato Sweet and tangy
Onion Tangy and hot
Saunf Sweet
Garlic Sharp or hot
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