MTR Lemon Rice Powder 100g

If you’ve got a packet of MTR Lemon Rice Powder (100g) in your hand, you’re about five minutes away from a classic South Indian comfort meal. It’s essentially a “shortcut in a bag” that replaces the need to temper mustard seeds, lentils, and spices from scratch.

Here is the best way to use it and a few tips to make it taste less like “instant food” and more like home-cooked Chitranna.

Quick Preparation Guide

The standard ratio is roughly 1.5 to 2 tablespoons of powder per 1 cup of cooked rice.

1. Prep the Rice: Use precooked, cooled rice. If the rice is hot or mushy, it will turn into a paste. Grains should be separate.

2. The Mix: Heat a little oil or ghee in a pan (optional, but recommended). Add the rice, sprinkle the MTR powder, and toss gently on low heat until evenly coated.

3. The Rest: Switch off the heat and let it sit covered for 2 minutes. This allows the dehydrated spices to absorb moisture from the rice.

Nutrition & Info (Per 100g)

• Key Ingredients: Groundnuts (peanuts), Bengal gram, Lemon powder, Mustard, Turmeric, Curry leaves, and Green chilies.

• Spice Level: Medium.

• Shelf Life: Usually 12 months from manufacture.

Pro-Tips for Better Flavor

While the powder is “complete,” these small additions make a massive difference:

• The Crunch Factor: The peanuts in the mix can sometimes get soft. Fry a handful of fresh peanuts or cashews in oil before adding the rice for an extra crunch.

• The Freshness Fix: Add a handful of freshly chopped coriander and a squeeze of half a fresh lemon at the very end. It brightens the flavor significantly.

• The Tempering: If you have an extra minute, do a quick tadka with mustard seeds, a dried red chili, and fresh curry leaves in a teaspoon of oil.