A blend of five aromatic seeds that are each an important component of any spice box.
Paach phoron, literally five spice, contains fenugreek, black mustard, nigella, cumin and fennel seeds, in the same quantities each. Each of these aromatics is strong enough to hold its own, yet eager to work with others. This gives this blend an interesting piquancy that is almost instantly identifiable.
A must for Bengali and Bangladeshi cuisine, this is quite popular in north India as well.
While this can easily be made at home, keep a packet of our Five Spice Mix handy if you want the surety of premium quality and perfect proportion.
Panch Phoron is literally a perfect mix of five spice namely fenugreek, black mustard, nigella, cumin and fennel seeds in the same quantities each. This Panch Phoron is a must in every Bengali kitchen. This Panch Phoron can easily be made at home by procuring these five ingredients from the market by mixing equal quantities each. A lot of delicious Bengali dishes like Sukto, Tok, Tomato Chutney, Kuler Achaar & many more can be prepared with this Panch Phoron.
Radhuni (Celery Seeds) is one of the most important spices used in Bengali kitchens. This typical spice cultivated extensively in south-east Asia including India & Bangladesh. This spice is used for marination & seasoning of various food items including chicken/mutton and baking. This spice is a must in Bengali Panch Phoron which is used in dishes like Sukto and many others.
Kala jeera or kalonji seeds are often confused with black sesame seeds because of their similar appearance, but one whiff will set even a layman straight.
Onion seeds or nigella seeds are often used to flavour bread products in the west, while in india, particularly in Bengal, it is popular both as a standalone spice and also as a part of paanch phoron.
This is as compatible with vegetarian dishes as with fish preparations. Temper the blandest vegetable with a combination of onion seeds and garlic, and marvel at the difference.
Buy fresh Bengali Radhuni Spice (Celery Seed) from Bong Haat. This is one of the most important spices used by Bengali housewives. This is spice is a must in Bengali Panch Phoron. Bengali Radhuni Seed is used in dishes like Sukto.
This specialty sauce, made by blending high quality mustard seeds with a special mix of spices. It can be used as a marinade for sea food or as a dipping sauce for snacks, samosas and cutlets. Bengali Kasundi is one of the things a Bengali cannot live without. Some of the Bengali dishes are, simply, incomplete with this Bengali Kasundi. These dishes are fish curry, Cutlets, Hilsa Fish, Niramish Sukto and so on. A Bengali kitchen is nothing if it does not have Bengali Kasundi in store.
Shukto or Shuktoni is a Bengali cook's most well-kept secret. A mix of fresh summer vegetables ranging from raw bananas to radish and of course, bitter gourd, lightly cooked in milk, this is a dish that's perfectly representative of the delicacy that characterises Bengali cuisine.
The light touch required for a perfect shukto is a matter of years of practice and rather difficult to achieve. Sunrise Shukto Masala has been brought to the market just for this reason. So that any Bengali away from their mother or away from home can still savour shukto when they feel like it.
This Kasundi, a perfect dip for your favourite Bengali snacks, is hand made and home made with least chemical used while making this product. Be it your favourite Bengali snacks, Fish or even for marinations, Mirchi Chef Kasundi will be the perfect fit.
This Mirchi Chef Chili Kasundi can even be used to prepare popular Bengali fish like Prawn, Illish (Hilsa) or any other Bengali fish.
Usage guidelines: Shake properly before use to get the optimum taste.
Contents are natural and do not have anti-microbial measures. Please refrigerate after opening and use fresh, dry spoons after opening.
Buy fresh Bengali Mustard Powder (Sorse Powder) from Bong Haat. This is one of the most important spices used by Bengali housewives. This mustard powder is made the the brand Sunrise Masala. This mustard powder is used to prepare various Bengali dishes like Sukto, Fish Curry, Chicken and other various items. This mustard powder is sources from the market in Kolkata and packed and shipped to customer place.
We have worked hard to bring you this blend of special herbs and spices so that you don't have to. A sprinkling of this and you have a delectable serving of no-worry curry. Our blend is a simple combination of ginger, garlic, onion, coriander and cumin, with added aroma of cinnamon, green cardamom and cloves. The SUNRISE advantage: Apart from using this to make chicken curry, this can also be mixed with yoghurt, rubbed into meats or fish, marinated and griled.
This sharp, tangy powder is made from unripe, green, sharply sour mangoes, which are dried and then ground. A common enough flavouring agent in North India, the use of amchur is relatively rare in other parts of India. Amchur is a favourite with all street food vendors serving up chatpata chaats all over the country - they rely on this to keep the customers coming back.
Buy fresh Tej Patta Online from Bong Haat. Tej Patta is one of the things which is used in all food items from Non Veg to some of the sweet dishes. Tej Pattas are used for culinary and medicinal purposes also.
This pure Asafoetida is 100% vegetarian product with zero preservative & no colors added. Asafoetida is extensively used for flavouring curries, sauces, and pickles. It also helps in digestion, to fight influenza and asthma. This Asafoetida is sourced directly from the market in Kolkata.
100% natural Mango Mustard is hand-crafted from fresh raw mango adds just the right twist to any course of a meal as a dip. Be it a part of a sandwich or accompaniment to fritters and fries or even as a marinade for steaming and grilling, the right mix of sour, ranginess and spice is brought out to ensure that your repeat order is almost pre-determined, if you like the mustard taste in your dishes. The dip is vegan and gluten & nut-free; it contains garlic and matures with time. Once opened, needs to be refrigerated and dry spoons should be used. The dip matures with age and has a certified shelf life of 6 months.
100% natural Mango Mustard is hand-crafted from fresh raw mango adds just the right twist to any course of a meal as a dip. Be it a part of a sandwich or accompaniment to fritters and fries or even as a marinade for steaming and grilling, the right mix of sour, ranginess and spice is brought out to ensure that your repeat order is almost pre-determined, if you like the mustard taste in your dishes.
The dip is vegan and gluten & nut-free; it contains garlic and matures with time. Once opened, needs to be refrigerated and dry spoons should be used. The dip matures with age and has a certified shelf life of 6 months.