Panch Phoron – the sweet and bitter mixture
I want to recommend a spice blend – the North Indian Panch Phoron Slowly, but surely, we are heading towards autumn. And with it, to the cooler days and the warmer spices. And the more substantial dishes. That’s why I want to recommend a spice blend that goes very well with this time of year – North Indian Panch Phoron. This mixture consists of five different seeds, which are different in taste: Fenugreek seeds: slightly bitter Cumin seeds: slightly bitter, warm, and earthy Mustard seeds: spicy and aromatic Fennel seeds: sweetish and fresh Black cumin seed also called nigella: tart and nutty It’s these differences in taste that are exciting…