{"product_id":"desi-kitchen-panch-puran-3-oz","title":"Desi Kitchen Panch Puran 3 Oz","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesi Kitchen Panch Puran 3 oz is an authentic Bengali five-spice blend combining equal parts fenugreek, nigella, cumin, black mustard, and fennel seeds. This unmixed whole-seed blend is the cornerstone of Bengali, Assamese, and Odia cooking, releasing its complex aroma when tempered in hot oil. Available at Anoras Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eClassic Bengali Five-Spice Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional whole-seed panch puran with all five spices in balanced proportion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReleases an incomparable aroma when tempered in hot oil or ghee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential for Bengali dal, aloo sabzi, fish curry, and vegetable dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 oz pack — a convenient quantity for home cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeat oil or ghee in a pan until shimmering. Add panch puran and stand back as seeds pop and release their distinctive layered aroma. Add chopped vegetables, fish, or dal and cook as usual. The tadka becomes the flavor foundation of the whole dish. Also excellent with mustard greens, brinjal, or potato preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the five spices in panch puran?\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic blend is fenugreek seeds, nigella seeds (kalonji), cumin seeds, black mustard seeds, and fennel seeds in equal proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is panch puran different from garam masala?\u003c\/strong\u003e Panch puran is a whole-seed tempering blend used at the start of cooking, while garam masala is a ground warm spice blend added near the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I make panch puran at home?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — combine equal parts of all five seeds and store in an airtight jar. The Desi Kitchen version saves the blending work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains mustard (a major allergen) and sesame. Packaged in a facility that may handle tree nuts. Check label.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Desi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001916367075,"sku":"66062340","price":3.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/61PyRsqHoLL._SL1500.jpg?v=1781803811","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/desi-kitchen-panch-puran-3-oz","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}