This is the 7385th most frequent Dutch word.
blinken
To shine or gleam.
In this sentence, 'blonk' (past tense of 'blinken') is used to describe the shiny appearance of the dish.
De schaal blonk als goud in het licht.
The dish shone like gold in the light.
Here, 'blink' metaphorically refers to standing out or excelling in a particular skill.
Hij blinkt uit in wiskunde.
He excels in mathematics.
'Blinkt' is used to describe the shine or the polished look of the car indicating its new state.