Here’s a recipe that won’t fail you. I’ve been seeing this recipe everywhere and it has been going viral, so I tried it out. Turns out, not so great 😛 Sorry, but not so sorry. I love potatoes, so this was a shocker to me. So I worked to make it better and let me tell you. I have it!
What is Panch Phoron?
Panch Phoron is a unique blend of five whole spices commonly used in Bengali cuisine, particularly in the eastern regions of India and Bangladesh. The name “Panch Phoron” translates to “five spices” in English. The spice mix typically consists of equal parts of the following seeds: When used in cooking, Panch Phoron is typically added to hot oil or ghee at the beginning of the cooking process. The spices release their distinct flavors and aromas as they sizzle and infuse the oil. Panch Phoron is commonly used in dishes like vegetable curries, lentils, pickles, and chutneys, imparting a unique and fragrant taste to the final preparations. The combination of these five spices in Panch Phoron creates a harmonious balance of flavors, making it a popular and essential ingredient in Bengali cuisine.
Substitutes
How to make Spicy VIral Potato Dumplings?
Try out my recipe and let me know in the comments how you liked this variation. Follow me for more vegan recipes. Other recipes to try out:
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