Panchamrut is a dish with a holy connotation, in the sense that it is offered to god during most pujas. Different regions and communities prepare different versions of panchamrut – some with milk products, some with fruits and honey, and so on.
Here is the spicy Maharashtrian version, which is also a part of the traditional puja thali, and also served as an accompaniment in a traditional Maharashtrian wedding lunch.
It is like a sweet and sour chutney, with varied ingredients ranging from jaggery to tamarind, crushed nuts and seeds, and sometimes dry fruits too. Spice powders like chilli powder are used to give a spicy touch to the recipe.
Here is the authentic method of preparing this popular Maharashtrian accompaniment. We are sure you will love it. As a variant, you can also use chopped capsicum to lend the required spiciness, instead of chilli powder.
Panchamrut is served on special occasions like Ganesh Chaturthi and Gudi Padwa as an accompaniment to typical Maharashtrian thali consisting of Maharashtrian Bhaji, Maharashtrian Rotis, Maharashtrian Dal, Varan/Amti/Kalvan, Maharashtrian Bhaat and sweet dishes.
Enjoy how to make Panchamrut recipe with detailed step by step video.
Nutrient Values per serving
Energy ` 286 cal
Protien 6.9 g
Carbohydrates 28.1 g
Fiber 2.8 g
Fat 17.2 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Vitamin A 47.8 mcg
Vitamin B1 0.2 mg
Vitamin B2 0.1 mg
Vitamin B3 2.5 mg
Vitamin C 0.2 mg
Vitamin E 1.5 mg
Vitamin B9 54.1 mcg
Calcium 111.9 mg
Iron 2.5 mg
Magnesium 69.2 mg
Phosphorus 134.5 mg
Sodium 6.1 mg
Potassium 227.3 mg
Zinc 1.7 mg