PANCH PHORON, BENGALI FIVE-SPICE

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This is a blend of aromatic seeds. usually fried in oil or ghee before adding anything else to the pot, flavoring the oil and releasing the aroma of the oils in the seeds and causing them to pop in the pan. Other ingredients are added at this point, the mixture adding sweetness and bringing forward the flavors of vegetables like Bengali butternut squash, beef, fish or lentils.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Asian

Time 5m

Yield 5 teaspoons, 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon nigella seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon radhuni seeds or 1 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Mix all together, You can use less or more of your favorite seeds so adjust to taste.
  • Store out of light in a sealed jar.
  • This recipe is meant to be used as whole seeds roasted before using in a recipes to release the oils for more fragrance.
  • Roast in hot oil, until a strong aroma of each spice is released, and use the fragrant oil as a base to cook dal, meats or vegetables.
  • Roast in Vegetable oil (vegan), butter or ghee and add as seasoning to different dals or thick curries.

Harris Lee
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Overall, I'm happy with this spice mix. It's a good value for the price and it adds a lot of flavor to my dishes.


Chandan Paswan
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I think this spice mix would be better if it had more cumin in it. I found that the cumin flavor was a bit too subtle.


Shauna Ford
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This spice mix didn't really do anything for me. I didn't find that it added much flavor to my dish.


alfred mwangi
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I found this spice mix to be a bit too spicy for my taste. I ended up having to use less than the recipe called for.


Ibrahim Awan
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I've been using this spice mix for years and it never disappoints. It's a great way to add some extra flavor to your favorite dishes.


Mirza Halima
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I'm not a vegetarian but I love using this spice mix to make vegetable dishes. It really brings out the natural flavors of the vegetables.


denis nyanjui
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I love the smoky flavor that this spice mix gives to dishes. It's perfect for adding a little depth of flavor to curries and stews.


isaac fagas
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This spice mix is a bit pricey but it's worth every penny. A little goes a long way and it really makes a difference in the flavor of your food.


Hellena Kishan
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I've never used panch phoron before but I'm glad I tried it. It's such a unique and interesting spice mix. I can't wait to experiment with it more.


Malik irfan Malik irfan
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This spice mix is a staple in my kitchen. I use it in everything from curries to stir-fries. It really adds a lot of flavor to any dish.


Bahar
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I'm not sure what all the spices are in this mix but it tastes delicious! I used it to make a pot of rice and it was the best rice I've ever had.


zague technology tube
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I love using this spice mix when I make chana masala. It gives the dish such a deep and rich flavor.


Areeba Hafeez
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I'm not a huge fan of Indian food but this spice mix has changed my mind. It's so versatile and can be used on so many different dishes. I've used it on chicken, fish, vegetables, and even tofu.


Yaseen Jan
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This is such a flavorful and aromatic spice mix! I used it to make a simple chicken curry and it turned out amazing. Highly recommend!