Panch Phoron Murgi
Chicken with Five-Spice Blend
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
A rustic chicken curry where the signature flavor comes from "Panch Phoron," a Bengali five-spice blend (fenugreek, nigella, cumin, mustard, and fennel seeds). It's a flavorful, relatively dry curry with minimal gravy, focusing on the spices and chicken.
Key ingredients
Chicken, panch phoron (five-spice blend), ginger-garlic paste, onion (minimal), green chilies, mustard oil, turmeric, salt, coriander leaves.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes, high-carb vegetables, or sugar are added. Gravy should be kept thin and minimal.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
পাঁচ ফোড়ন মুরগিতে আলু, শর্করাযুক্ত সবজি বা চিনি দেবেন না। ঝোল পাতলা ও কম রাখবেন, প্লিজ।
For Panch Phoron Murgi, please no potatoes, high-carb vegetables, or sugar. Keep the gravy thin and minimal.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in restaurant gravies. Overuse of onion.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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