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South Indian kitchen favourites

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Leeds' World Food Supermarket since 1979

From MTR Vermicelli (Seviyan) and Instant Poha to Sambar Mix and Rasam Powder, stock your Leeds kitchen with familiar flavours.

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Best sellerMTR Vermicelli (Seviyan) 950gMTR Vermicelli (Seviyan) 950g£3.59 £0.38/100g
Best sellerMTR Vermicelli (Seviyan) 440gMTR Vermicelli (Seviyan) 440g£2.39 £0.54/100g
Best sellerMTR Instant 3 Minutes Breakfast Poha 80gMTR Instant 3 Minutes Breakfast Poha 80g£2.03 £2.54/100g
MTR Bisibele Bhath Masala 100gMTR Bisibele Bhath Masala 100g£1.79 £1.79/100g
MTR Vangi Bath Masala Powder 100gMTR Vangi Bath Masala Powder 100g£1.79 £1.79/100g
MTR Sambar Mix 200gMTR Sambar Mix 200g£1.79 £0.90/100g
MTR Rasam Powder (Curry Powder) 200gMTR Rasam Powder (Curry Powder) 200g£2.63 £1.31/100g
MTR Vangi Bath Masala Powder 200gMTR Vangi Bath Masala Powder 200g£2.75 £1.38/100g

MTR kits

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South Indian Lunch Kit

Everything you need for a simple, comforting lunch of rice, sambar and rasam.

£8.00 for 4 items
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Quick Breakfast Kit

Easy morning dishes that come together in minutes.

£6.81 for 3 items
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Tea Time Snack Kit

Savoury bites to share with a cup of chai.

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Vermicelli (Seviyan) for sweet puddings and savoury breakfasts.

MTR Vermicelli (Seviyan) 950gMTR Vermicelli (Seviyan) 950g£3.59 £0.38/100g
MTR Vermicelli (Seviyan) 440gMTR Vermicelli (Seviyan) 440g£2.39 £0.54/100g
MTR Roasted Vermicelli (Seviyan) 440gMTR Roasted Vermicelli (Seviyan) 440g£2.39 £0.54/100g

MTR Rice

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Flavoured rice mixes and masalas that turn plain rice into a meal.

MTR Instant 3 Minutes Breakfast Poha 80gMTR Instant 3 Minutes Breakfast Poha 80g£2.03 £2.54/100g
MTR Vada Mix 500gMTR Vada Mix 500g£3.35 £0.67/100g

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Sambar, rasam and bath masalas for everyday South Indian cooking.

MTR Bisibele Bhath Masala 100gMTR Bisibele Bhath Masala 100g£1.79 £1.79/100g
MTR Vangi Bath Masala Powder 100gMTR Vangi Bath Masala Powder 100g£1.79 £1.79/100g
MTR Sambar Mix 200gMTR Sambar Mix 200g£1.79 £0.90/100g
MTR Rasam Powder (Curry Powder) 200gMTR Rasam Powder (Curry Powder) 200g£2.63 £1.31/100g
MTR Vangi Bath Masala Powder 200gMTR Vangi Bath Masala Powder 200g£2.75 £1.38/100g
MTR Tomato Rice Powder Mix For Rice (100g)MTR Tomato Rice Powder Mix For Rice (100g)£1.79 £1.79/100g

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Breakfast and snack mixes for quick, easy home cooking.

MTR Khaman Dhokla Snack Mix 500gMTR Khaman Dhokla Snack Mix 500g£1.43 £0.29/100g

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Vermicelli Kheer

Serves 4 · 25 minutes

You need

Method

  1. Warm a little ghee in a pan and lightly fry the cashews and raisins. Set aside.
  2. Add 750ml milk and the vermicelli. Simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often, until soft.
  3. Stir in sugar to taste and crushed cardamom. Top with the nuts and raisins and serve warm.

Tomato Rice

Serves 4 · 30 minutes

You need

Method

  1. Cook the rice, spread it out and let it cool slightly.
  2. Fry mustard seeds, curry leaves and sliced onion in oil. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.
  3. Stir in the MTR mix with a splash of water, then fold through the rice until evenly coated.

Simple Sambar

Serves 4 · 35 minutes

You need

Method

  1. Cook the dal until soft and mash it lightly. Simmer your chopped vegetables in water until tender.
  2. Add the dal, MTR Sambar Mix and a little tamarind paste. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Temper mustard seeds in hot oil, pour over the sambar and serve with rice or idli.

Why shop MTR with us?

  • Leeds' own since 1979. World food supermarket that started in Chapeltown.
  • The range in one place. From vermicelli and rice mixes to spice blends and snack mixes, there is plenty of MTR to explore.
  • Online or in store. Order online or pop in at 1-19 New York Street, LS2 7DT.

MTR tips

Toast your vermicelliEven if it is already roasted, a minute in a dry pan with a little ghee adds extra aroma.
Temper at the endA final tadka of mustard seeds and curry leaves lifts sambar and rasam.
Check the packAlways follow the quantities and cooking times printed on the packet for the best result.
Pair your mixesServe a bath masala rice with a simple raita or pickle for an easy full meal.

MTR FAQs

Where can I buy MTR in Leeds?

Right here. Order online or visit CC Continental Supermarket, 1-19 New York Street, Leeds LS2 7DT.

What is vermicelli (seviyan) used for?

It is used in sweet dishes like kheer and in savoury breakfast dishes. Cook it gently and stir often so it does not clump.

What is the difference between sambar mix and rasam powder?

Sambar mix is used for a thick lentil and vegetable stew. Rasam powder is used for a thinner, tangy soup. Both are common with rice.

How do I use the bath masala powders?

Stir them into cooked rice with vegetables, following the directions on the pack. Each one gives a different flavour, such as Vangi Bath or Bisibele Bhath.

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