This is the 5249th most frequent Japanese word.
香ばしく
"香ばしく" means "fragrantly" or "aromatic," often describing a pleasant, roasted or toasted smell.
In this sentence, '香ばしく' is used to describe the appealing aroma and flavor of the toasted bread.
このパンは香ばしく焼けていますね。
This bread is toasted to a savory perfection.
Here, '香ばしく' highlights the pleasing, slightly smoky aroma and taste achieved through stir-frying.
香ばしく炒めたご飯が好きです。
I like rice that is stir-fried to a savory and crispy state.
This example uses '香ばしく' metaphorically to convey the pleasing and cozy sensation experienced near a fire.