MTR Sambar Powder (500 g) is a large-format pack of the authentic spice blend for making perfect sambar — the iconic South Indian lentil-vegetable stew that is the cornerstone of every South Indian meal. From South India’s most trusted food brand, this sambar powder delivers consistent, authentic flavor batch after batch.

Large-Format Authentic South Indian Sambar Spice Blend

• 500 g of MTR sambar powder — large value size for regular sambar makers
• Perfectly balanced blend of roasted spices, coconut, and dried chili for authentic sambar
• MTR — South India’s most trusted food brand
• Vegetarian-friendly spice blend

How to Use

Add 1–2 teaspoons of sambar powder to cooked toor dal and tamarind water. Add vegetables (drumstick, eggplant, pearl onions, tomato) and simmer until flavors meld. Temper with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and hing in hot oil and stir into the sambar. Serve over rice or alongside idli and dosa. Also use in sambar rice (bisibelebath) and South Indian curries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does MTR Sambar Powder taste different from other brands? MTR’s sambar powder formula has been developed over decades and includes a specific balance of roasted coriander, cumin, chili, and coconut that gives it a distinctive, authentic South Indian flavor. The exact spice ratios and roasting methods differ from brand to brand.

Where can I buy it in Los Angeles? At Anora's Cash N Carry, 567 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036. EBT accepted.

Allergen note: Contains spices and may contain coconut and lentil traces. Check the current product label for full allergen information.