Panch Phoran, Bengali 5 Spice

Bnagladesh, Bengal, Nepal & Tibet all have Panch Phoran a blend that is made in the traditional Bengali style. The name literally means "five spices" in Maithili. This blend of decadent spices from the Middle East is perfect for almost any dish.

Be inspired to add a tablespoon of panch phoron to everything from sautéed broccoli to a pot of beans or a jar of refrigerator pickles. 

Panch phoron also known as Padkaune Masala, panch puran, panchphoran, panch phutana, is a whole spice blend used in Bangladesh, Eastern 

USE: Traditionally used with vegetables, chicken or beef curry, fish, lentils, or tofu this spice has a wide variety of uses. Most common on traditional Bangladesh food like kabobs, this spice is the perfect opportunity to try something delicious and different. added to the pan. Then vegetables, fish, meat or lentils are added, and the flavor pervades the dish. Panch Phoron is also used extensively in traditional Indian pickle recipes.

Fry Panch Phoran in cooking oil until the blend begins to pop or temper. Add lentils or vegetables to the mixture, coat and cook. It's fantastic in rice and curries too!