Panch Phoron Chingri Bhuna (Five Spice Shrimp Stir-Fry)

This Five Spice Shrimp Stir-Fry, known as Panch Phoron Chingri Bhuna in Sylheti Cuisine, is a flavorful and aromatic dish that brings together the unique blend of five spices with succulent shrimp. This dish is a perfect combination of traditional Sylheti flavors and modern cooking techniques.

Panch Phoron Chingri Bhuna (Five Spice Shrimp Stir-Fry)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon Panch Phoron (Bengali five-spice blend)
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the Panch Phoron and let it sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
  4. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
  5. Add the shrimp to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
25g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pan Spatula

Tools

Knife Cutting board Grater

Serving suggestions

Serve the Five Spice Shrimp Stir-Fry with steamed rice or naan bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra heat, add chopped green chilies along with the onions.

Cost

$15