Panch Phoran Shalgam(Turnip with indian 5 spice mix). Vegan glutenfree.
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".
Servings: 1 serving
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