Saturday, February 11, 2012

Special Bengali Spices

Panch Phodan

This is a spice mixture that has its origin in the state of West Bengal. The spice mixture is not only very tasty, but also very healthy to use in all kinds of food. You can use it in daal, vegetables and curries.

Ingredients

1 table spoon Methi Dana
2 table spoon Jeera
1.5 table spoon Kalunjee (also known as Mangrel in some places)
1 table spoon Mustard Seeds
1 table spoon Saunf

Tip: Keep the spices mixed together and while making any curry, dal or vegetable, splatter the panch phodan in hot oil to start. Make sure that it doesnt burn.

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