khesari
/ˈkeɪsəri/
noun
- A type of lentil or pulse (Lathyrus sativus) grown in South Asia, also known as grass pea; used as food and animal feed.
- Farmers in parts of India grow khesari as a hardy crop that survives drought.
- Khesari dal is sometimes mixed with other lentils to make a nutritious meal.
- Excessive consumption of khesari can cause a disease called lathyrism.