Panch Phoron
2 oz Shaker Bottle
$7.49
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Nutty, aromatic, bittersweet and gently pungent with fennel sweetness and mustard-fenugreek depth.
- Try it with
- Vegetables & potatoesBeans & lentils
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See shipping detailsA whole-seed five-spice blend from eastern India and Bangladesh designed for tempering, not shaking. Panch Phoron combines nigella, cumin, fenugreek, fennel and mustard seed for dramatic aroma when bloomed in hot fat.
Flavor & cooking character
Nutty, aromatic, bittersweet and gently pungent with fennel sweetness and mustard-fenugreek depth.
Panch phoron is traditionally used as a whole-seed mixture, so texture and tempering are part of the experience. Warm gently in oil and add the next ingredient before the seeds darken too far. The different seeds should contribute contrast rather than a burnt note.
What to cook
Lentils, potatoes, vegetables, pickles, beans, cabbage and Bengali-inspired dishes.
How much to use & when to add it
1/2 teaspoon per pound of food to begin.
Heat oil or ghee, add a small spoonful and cook just until the seeds crackle and become fragrant, then build the dish on top. Avoid burning the seeds.
Use this amount as a starting point for flavor, then adjust to your food and taste. If other ingredients bring salt, sweetness or heat, account for those before adding more seasoning.
Kitchen idea: Panch phoron potatoes
Warm 1/2 teaspoon blend in 1 tablespoon oil just until aromatic. Add 1 pound cooked potato pieces and toss until lightly browned. Finish with a little lemon and serve with lentils. Keep the heat controlled while the seeds toast.
Culinary background
Panch phoron is a whole-seed mixture used in Bangladesh and eastern India, including Bengali cooking. Keeping the seeds whole is important to its texture and the way it seasons hot fat before other ingredients are added.
Ingredients & allergens
Contains mustard seed. Mustard is not one of the U.S. Big 9 allergens but is disclosed for customers who avoid it.
Ingredient overview: Whole nigella seeds, Whole cumin seeds, Whole fenugreek seeds, Whole fennel seeds, Whole brown mustard seeds.
Check the physical package for the complete current ingredient and allergen statement, including subingredients of compound powders. If you need to avoid an ingredient, contact Spice Czar before ordering.
Sizes & storage
- 2 oz Shaker Bottle
- 4 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch
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Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, sunlight and steam. Use a clean, dry spoon and close the container promptly after measuring. Check the aroma before cooking and follow the best-before information on the package.