Palani Panchamirtham

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Palani Panchamirtham

Palani Panchamirtham is not just a dessert; it's a divine offering, steeped in the spiritual traditions of the Palani Hills in Tamil Nadu, India. Revered as one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan, the temple at Palani prepares this 'Panchamirtham' as a holy prasadam, believed to be blessed by the deity himself. This sacred blend combines five natural ingredients, each symbolizing one of the five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and ether.
Palani Panchamirtham
  • Type of Dish:

    Type of Dish:

    Dessert

  • City:

    City:

    dindigul

  • State:

    State:

    Tamil Nadu

  • Country:

    Country:

    India

  • Language:

    Language:

    Tamil

A sacred dessert from Palani
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Palani Panchamirtham

Palani Panchamirtham is not just a dessert; it's a divine offering, steeped in the spiritual traditions of the Palani Hills in Tamil Nadu, India. Revered as one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan, the temple at Palani prepares this 'Panchamirtham' as a holy prasadam, believed to be blessed by the deity himself. This sacred blend combines five natural ingredients, each symbolizing one of the five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and ether.
Palani Panchamirtham
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
NA
Total Time:
10 mins
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Cuisine
South Indian
Course:
Dessert
Diet:
Vegetarian

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mash the banana with a fork until smooth.
  • Stir in the Kandasari sugar until well combined with the banana.
  • Add the raisins, date, and rock candy to the mixture. Blend well to incorporate all the flavors.
  • Finally, mix in the ghee and cardamom powder, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
  • Cover the bowl and set aside for a while, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  • For the best taste, let the Panchamirtham sit for a day before serving, allowing the flavors to deepen and blend further.

Notes

  1. Virupakshi bananas are prized for their unique flavor but can be substituted with any small variety of banana if not available.
  1. Kandasari sugar is a traditional, unrefined sugar.

Nutrition Info (Approximate Values)

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Benefits

  1. Protein rich
  1. High Fibre
  1. Anti-oxidant
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