Zilli's Bengali Panch Phoron (Five spice mixes) - 100g | बंगाली पंच फोरन

Experience the Classic Taste of Bengal with Zilli’s Panch Phoron Mix!

Zilli’s Bengali Panch Phoron is a regional mix of five whole spices and is popularly used in the cuisines of Eastern India, particularly West Bengal and Odisha, as well as Nepal and Bangladesh. Panch Phoron in English is also known as Bengal Five Spices Mix. 

Our Bengali Panch Phoran Masala consists of superior quality cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, black mustard seeds, fennel seeds, and nigella seeds in precisely equal quantities. Each ingredient lends its unique taste and fragrance to the Panch Phoron, resulting in a bold, full-bodied flavour and a sharp aroma.

You can use our Panch Phoron Masala to infuse spice and heat in a variety of dishes while also keeping it healthy. Its distinct taste can make your recipes even more layered and flavourful. Fry it in ghee or oil to draw out its characteristic essence and aroma, which pairs well with vegetarian dishes, salads, dips, meats, and seafood.

Buy Bengali Panch Phoran from Zilli’s and make your meals healthier and tastier than ever!

Ingredients:

Cumin Seeds, Mustard Seeds, Fenugreek Seeds, Fennel Seeds, and Nigella Seeds.

How to Use Zilli’s Panch Phoron Masala:

There are numerous Panch Phoron uses in cooking:

• Temper dals, curries, gravies, soups, and stews.
• Make dry rubs and marinades for meats.
• Season your roasted vegetables, stir-fries, and rice dishes.
• Flavour your chutneys.
• Mix it into pickles.
• Add it to seafood recipes.

Directions to Use:

• Add a spoonful of Panch Phoran Masala in ghee or oil and fry it for a few seconds.
• Once the spices start spluttering and release their aroma, you can add the other ingredients to your recipe. 

Bengali Panch Phoron Uses:

Here’s a list of common recipes using panch phoran:

• Shukto.
• Pumpkin & Potato Curry.
• Roasted Potatoes.
• Tomato Chutney.
• Mango Chutney.
• Dal and Lentil Soup.
• Beans and Vegetable Stew.
• Pickles.
• Fish Curry.
• Cauliflower Curry.
• Papaya Sabzi.
• Panch Phoran Masala Raita.
• and more!

Shelf Life:

12 months from the manufacturing date.

Bengali Panch Phoron Nutritional Value Per 100g:

FAQs:

What is Panch Phoron made of?

Panch Phoron is a combination of five different seeds. It is made of cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, black mustard seeds, fennel seeds, and nigella seeds added in equal quantities. The name used for Panch Phoran in Hindi is Pancha Phutana. 

Is Panch Phoron good for health?

Each ingredient in Panch Phoron is packed with nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. It can help control blood sugar, lower cholesterol, detoxify your body, boost immunity, and keep your heart, liver, and kidneys healthy. It helps improve digestion and aids in weight loss. It also possesses strong anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

What does Panch Phoron taste like?

The Bengali Panch Phoran Masala has a distinct flavor and aroma, with each spice lending a unique bite. It has a warm, nutty, moderately sweet, and bitter taste. You might also taste the gentle peppery notes from Nigella seeds and the floral sweetness from fennel.