Panchamurt Abhishek is a traditional Ayurvedic concoction that plays a vital role in Hindu and Jain Puja.
The Panchamrutham, Panchamrit or Charanamrut, The Elixir of Gods is simple, easy and healthy.
This word is made up of 2 words "Panch: meaning 5 and "Amruta" meaning nectar of Gods. So Panchamruta means Nectar made of 5 ingredients.
The sacred beverage uses 5 ingredients and there is a proportion that we adhere to get the best benefits. You can increase or decrease the quantity in the same proportions.
For Janmasthmi, Satyanarayan, Ganesh, Navrati Pooja or any Hindu religious function you will be offered a teaspoon of Panchamrut prasad.
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Contents:
- This Panchamrut Recipe and me
- Why MSK Panchamrut Recipe
- How to make the Panchmrut recipe
- For Your Questions
- Some other Pooja recipes
- Recipe card
- Pin for later
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This Panchamrut Recipe and me:
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In my maternal home, where Pujas are quite elaborate Mom made Panchamrut. She did not use sugar in her recipe.
Then I never liked it now I can drink by litres!
Why MSK Panchamrut Recipe:
Make this recipe as
- Traditional
- Tastes good
- Healthy
How to make the Panchmrut recipe:
These are the ingredients you will need. For quantities please check the recipe card.
Ingredients:
- Milk
- Yoghurt/Curds
- Clarified butter
- Honey
- Banana
- Tulsi or Holy Basil
Method:(details and pics, stepwise desc)
- In a bowl add the milk add the sliced banana, curd, honey and ghee.
- Mix well.
- The mixture will appear split do not worry it has to look like that.
- Then while offering it to God we will add holy Basil or Tulsi.
Substitutes:
- Milk: cow milk is superior so use that if you have access else any milk is fine.
- Yoghurt: again use dahi/ curds set with cow milk but you can use any kind. I have used homemade curds which I set every day.
- Banana: banana is replaced with sugar by many.
Variations:
- Many add sugar to their Panchamruth but some consider it impure. So the choice is yours. However, you can check this recipe if you want to use sugar.
- Saffron after all you offer the best to the Lord.
- Then some regions use seedless dates, cardamom, and dry fruits like cashew nuts.
- In Kerala tender coconut water is added and called Panchakavya. This is offered to the Snake God or Nag Devta.
- In Tamil Nadu in the Palani Murugan Temple, the Panchamrita consists of banana, sugar, ghee, honey, seedless dates, cardamom and sugar candy. The banana used is the Virupatchi variety, which grows only in the Palani hills
Equipment:
You will need
- 1 bowl
- Spoon
How to serve:
- Extend your right hand, your palm cupped. A teaspoon full is served on your right palm. You slurp it up and run the hand over your head.
How to store:
- The Panchamruta cannot be stored consume it immediately within 4-6 hours after it is made.
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For Your Questions:
Protips:
- The best way to make Panchamrut so that you get the maximum benefit out of it is by using a silver vessel.
- The proportions used for each ingredient are to be adhered to strictly.
- In case you need more or less increase or reduce the ingredients proportionately.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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What are the health benefits of Panchamrut?
Panchamrut is said to aid immunity, and boost growth both physical and mental. Panchamrut can be used as a skin cleaner it also nourishes the skin and keeps hair healthy.
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Can you consume Charamrut during pregnancy?
As per Ayurveda, Panchamrut or Charamrut is perfectly safe to consume. It is said to help in the development of the baby’s brain.
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Is Panchamrut good for acidity?
Yes, Panchamrut helps to relieve acidity. All the ingredients honey, ghee, and milk are soothing to the gut.
Some other Pooja recipes:
Recipe card:
Panchamrut, The Elixir of Gods Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Bowls
- Spoons and Ladles
Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- ½ banana sliced
- 2 tablespoon Yoghurt
- ½ teaspoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon ghee
For Garnishing
- Holy basil or Tulsi, as required
Instructions
- In the milk add the sliced banana, add the curds, honey, ghee and mix well.
- Use immediately but if you need to store it refrigerate it use within 4-6 hours.
How to serve:
- Extend your right hand, your palm cupped. A teaspoon full is served on your right palm. You slurp it up and run the hand over your head.
Video
Notes
- Milk: cow milk is superior so use that if you have access else any milk is fine.
- Yoghurt: again use dahi/ curds set with cow milk but you can use any kind.
- Banana: banana is replaced with sugar by many.
- Many add sugar to their Panchamruth but some consider it impure. So the choice is yours.
- Saffron after all you offer the best to the Lord.
- Then some regions use seedless dates, cardamom, and dry fruits like cashew nuts.
- In Kerala tender coconut water is added and called Panchakavya. This is offered to the Snake God or Nag Devta.
- In Tamil Nadu in the Palani Murugan Temple, the Panchamrita consists of banana, sugar, ghee, honey, seedless dates, cardamom and sugar candy. The banana used is the Virupatchi variety, which grows only in the Palani hills.
Protips:
- The best way to make Panchamrut so that you get the maximum benefit out of it is by using a silver vessel.
- The proportions used for each ingredient are to be adhered to strictly.
- In case you need more or less increase or reduce the ingredients proportionately.
- What are the health benefits of Panchamrut?
- Can you consume Charamrut during pregnancy?
- Is Panchamrut good for acidity?
Nutritional Disclaimer: I am not a certified nutritionist and make no claims to the contrary. Please check with your nutritionist for your dietary needs and restrictions. Ultimately you are responsible for your decisions.
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Shobha Keshwani says
I also make it the same way but I mash the banana before adding. Living in South India I learnt adding banana to panchamrut. North Indians don't add it.
ArchanaPotdar says
O I did not know there was a North and South divide on this too. 😀 Thanks.
Mayuri Patel says
I've not had panchamrut with banana, totally new to me. We usually add jaggery or sakar. I love panchamrut now. But when I was a kid, like you I didn't like it. Usually would take just a drop 🙂 It is believed that panchamrut must be offered with some tulsi leaves in it.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 you are right Mayuri. Like I said there are many variations in making a panchamrut.
Priya Vj says
I simply love panchamrut . Used to eagerly wait for satyanarayna pooja to end to savor this prasadam .
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Sujata Roy says
I love chatnamrit but never used banana in it. Tulsi leaves are must in chatnamrit and its added before offering to God. So useful recipe with all the measurement of ingredients.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Sujata in South India banana is added.
Kalyani says
This was served at the local Ganesh temple and growing up dad and me used to queue up for that every Sunday morning.. and fond memories of having panchamrut at religious functions too as it was never made at home (we had only tulsi water after pooja at home)
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 We could have swapped places then.:D
Chef Mireille says
I love all of the historical and cultural context you give in these traditional recipes. Plus this recipe looks so simple and delicious. I can't wait to try it!
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Mir.
Renu says
Must during pujas and I love this as is, be it puja or no. We do not add banana though. I like your detail explanation.
Jayashree. T.Rao says
Panchamrit is sacred offering to the Lord. It is tasty and a daily offering to the Lord in temples.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀