Panchamrut / Charnamrut

Panchamrut, a must item in your Pooja Thali if you are having any religious occasions at your place. Without Panchamrut any pooja is considered as incomplete. The word Panchamrut translates Panch - Five and amrut - ambrosia - immortal.   Panchamrut is a combination of five sacred nectars which are milk, yogurt, ghee, honey and gangajal ( water from river Ganges )

In Gujarat Panchamrut is used in Abhishek ( Bathing the idol )- It denotes a method of worship in Hinduism and then at the end of the religious ceremony Panchamrut is distributed first as prasad to everyone who attends the ceremony. According to elders, Panchamrut should be consumed first after the Pooja as this is considered as nectar of the god. It is considered highly auspicious and many devotees break their fast by having panchamrut.

Along with these five nectars, holy basil ( Tulsi ) leaves are added too, in Panchamrut, also here in UK I've seen many add saffron to it as well and actually I really like that.

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Panchamrit

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Panchamrit is a sacred offering commonly prepared during Hindu festivals, pujas, and religious ceremonies. This simple mixture combines yogurt, milk, honey, ghee, tulsi leaves, and saffron.

Course Snack

Cuisine Indian

Diet Hindu

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings 15 servings

Author Hayley Dhanecha

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Ingredients

• ½ cup plain yogurt whisked
• ¼ cup milk
• ¼ honey
• 1 tablespoon ghee
• 1 tablespoon gangajal holy water or mineral water
• 5 leaves tulsi holy basil leaves
• 2 saffron strands optional

Instructions

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• In a bowl, combine the yogurt, milk, honey, ghee, and Gangajal or water.
• Mix well until smooth and fully combined.
• Add the tulsi leaves and saffron strands.
• Transfer to a serving bowl.
• Use as required for puja, religious ceremonies, or prasad.

Notes

• Traditionally, Gangajal is used, but filtered or mineral water can be substituted if unavailable.
• Fresh tulsi leaves are preferred for authentic flavour and significance.
• Panchamrit is best prepared fresh on the day it is required.

Nutrition

Calories: 16kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.003g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.01mg

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

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