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A quick dry veggie side today. The spice mix used for this turnip preparation is called Panch Phoran. is a spice blend used in Bangladesh and Eastern India, especially in Mithila, Bengali, Assamese and Oriya cuisine. The name literally means “five spices”.

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The spices typically used are fenugreek seed, Nigella seed, cumin seed, radhuni and fennel seed in equal parts. Celery seed sometimes is used in place of radhuni. I usually substitute mustard seeds for radhuni. Usually this spice is mix has whole spices and is used as is, sometimes I coarsely grind the mix for a more mixed up flavor. This spice mix is fantastic both ways. If you are not a fan of the heat in garam masala or the bland in the yellow curry powder, give this mix a try in dry veggie subzis.
You can find the mix in an Indian store or make your own with the whole spices in equal quantities.
To make your own paanch phoran, mix 1 tsp each of mustard seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, nigella seeds and fenigreek seeds and use. 
 

This spice blend can be used to make any dry vegetable side dish. Try it with cauliflower, belleppers and potatoes, just potatoes, or any not too sweet chunky vegetable. The nigella seeds have a distinctive onion-garlic-pickle kind of taste, so its not necessary to add garlic or other strong flavors. Fenugreek gives the bitter and fennel and cumin the fresh taste.

Panch Phoran Shalgam(Turnip with indian 5 spice mix). Vegan glutenfree.

4.50 from 2 votes
By: Vegan Richa
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Panch Phoran served in a small pink bowl with cilantro garnish
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The spice mix used for this turnip preparation is called Panch Phoran. is a spice blend used in Bangladesh and Eastern India, especially in Mithila, Bengali, Assamese and Oriya cuisine. The name literally means "five spices". 
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Ingredients 
 

Panch phoran

  • Mix equal quantities of Fennel, Fenugreek, brown mustard, Nigella and Cumin seeds.

Turnip

  • 1 teaspoon organic canola
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 cup Turnip, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt , or to taste
  • chili flakes or black pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • In a medium pan, add oil and heat at medium.
  • When the oil is hot, add 1-2 teaspoons of coarsely ground Paanch phoran. Start with 1 teaspoon, you can add more later to taste. The spices have quite a strong individual taste.
  • Mix for a half a minute till the spices start to give out an aroma.
  • Add onion and mix well.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  • Add turmeric powder and mix.
  • Add Turnip, salt and chili flakes or black pepper to taste.
  • Mix well, cook covered on low heat for 10-12 minute, or until tender(depends on the size of the cubes) Stir occasionally in between. Also, taste test when just about done and adjust salt and spice mix.
  • Serve hot as a side.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 4g, Sodium: 385mg, Potassium: 306mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 75IU, Vitamin C: 31.2mg, Calcium: 66mg, Iron: 1.6mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Richa

Hi, I'm Richa! I create flavorful plant based recipes that are inspired by my Indian upbringing, including many gluten-free, soy-free, and oil-free options.

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19 Comments

  1. Satinder says:

    5 stars
    Love this so much! So delicious! I followed the recipe exactly but with a 50:50 mix of potatoes to turnip like my mum’s version…I think that’s a Punjabi thing. Served with dal and roti. It’s a 5 star keeper! Thank you Richa 🙂🙏🏼

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    1. Vegan Richa Support says:

      yay!!

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  2. Anshu Pathak says:

    4 stars
    The dish turned out to be delicious, I garnished it with coriander leaves and added lime juice to add a little punch.Thank you

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  3. Tracy @ Daily Deal Blog says:

    The combination of ingredients is simply perfect! I’m hungry now! 

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  4. Fabulicious Food says:

    Thank you so much for linking up your delicious recipes to Simple and in Season, I’ve indlued your entries in a round up today x

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  5. Amee says:

    wonderful recipe full of amazing flavor! I love turnips!! Thanks for sharing!

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  6. Hannah says:

    Oh my gosh, I ADORE panch phoran! I have a little packet of it from my local Indian grocery store; must try this!

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