WHOLE SPICES
CARDAMOM
Available in 25g, 50g, 250g, 500g, 1kg packages
Popularly known as the "Queen of Spices", "Mc Currie" cardamoms are widely used in flavouring savoury and sweet dishes. The whole or ground cardamom adds a characteristic taste to meat and vegetable curries. Cardamoms can be used in cakes to give that subtle taste.
CHILLIE WHOLE
Available in 250g, 100g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" whole chillies are dried using the fresh chillie and is used extensively for tempering of curries and sambols. Sourced from the best farms in the country, these whole chillies need no cleansing prior to use as they are pre-washed and dried to bring out the best flavor and taste to your curries. And for those who prefer grinding a pol sambol, lunumiris or kata sambol, our whole chillies are the best.
BUTTERMILK CHILLIE
Available in 50g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" Buttermilk Chillies are prepared using the finest quality green chillies and quality ingredients to turn out crispy chillies when fried. Buttermilk chillies and is a fine accompaniment with any meal.
CINNAMON QUILLS
Available in 25g, 50g, 250g, 500g, 1kg packages
Procured from the finest plantations, "Mc Currie" Cinnamon Quills are packed under stringent hygiene methods and can be used in meat curries and vegetable dishes.
CLOVES
Available in 25g, 50g, 250g, 500g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" cloves give flavor to meats, curries and is a fine ingredient for marinades. Cloves also have medicinal properties and are considered the best remedy for a toothache.
CORIANDER SEED
Available in 100g, 200g, 250g, 500g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" Coriander Seeds are used in all culinary preparations in the form of powder or whole seeds. Coriander seeds also have medicinal uses and is the base product in herbal preparations.
CUMMIN SEED
Available in 100g, 500g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" Cumin Seeds are used in many rice dishes, soups, curries, desserts, pickles and chutneys. Cumin seed should be used at its minimum due to its strong aroma and taste.
FENNEL SEED
Available in 100g, 500g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" Fennel Seed is procured from selected crops in the country and processed to bring out a flavor that enhances meat curries and vegetable curries. It also has medicinal values, but should be used conservatively due to its spicy nature. Fennel is an ancient spice which can be used in soups and stews as well and has a licorice flavor and is a crunchy spice.
FENUGREEK SEED
Available in 100g, 500g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" fenugreek seed is an ideal ingredient for meat curries and vegetables curries, as it also acts as a thickening agent when mixed with curries.
GORAKA WHOLE
Available in 100g, 500g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" goraka sourced from quality conscious growers is an ingredient that is used in the preparation of most fish curries and very important in the preparation of Fish Ambulthiyal as it gives that sour to tangy flavor to the curry.
MUSTARD SEED
Available in 100g, 500g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" mustard seed is used in tempering various curries and also ground to a paste which is mainly used in pumpkin curry. Mustard seeds when ground to a paste adds flavor to pumpkin curries.
NUTMEG WITH SHELLS
Available in 50g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" nutmeg is one of the two spices - the other being mace - derived from several species of trees in the genus Myristica. Nutmeg is used in flavouring many dishes including cakes and pastries.
PEPPER CORN (Black/White)
Available in 50g, 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg packages
"Mc Currie" peppercorns sourced from quality growers is a vital ingredient for vegetable curries such as pumpkin and potato curries. A few corns added to these curries, enhances its taste.
TAMARIND
Available in 100g, 500g, 1kg packages
Tamarind is found in all part of the country and is a fine ingredient to be added to meat curries. "Mc Currie"Tamarind can also be used to prepare tamarind pickle or achcharu, which is an awesome side dish and "rice puller."
MACE WHOLE
Available in 1kg packages
The waxy red coating that encompasses the nutmeg is the product called mace. The taste is naturally reminiscent of nutmeg. "Mc Currie" mace is used in preparation of cakes and desserts, as it gives cakes, donuts and pastries a sweet, sticky and yummy flavor.
HERBS
CURRY LEAVES
Available in 25g, 1kg packages
Curry leaves are small in size and long, slender, and oval in shape narrowing to a point, averaging 2-4 centimeters in length and 1-2 centimeters in width. The shiny, dark green leaves grow pinnately along a stem, and each branch can hold up to twenty, tightly clustered leaves.
CURRY LEAVES POWDER
Available in 25g, 1kg packages
Curry leaves are small in size and long, slender, and oval in shape narrowing to a point, averaging 2-4 centimeters in length and 1-2 centimeters in width. The shiny, dark green leaves grow pinnately along a stem, and each branch can hold up to twenty, tightly clustered leaves.
RAMPE/PANDAN LEAVES
Available in 1kg packages
The leaves are thin long green leaves. The leaves can be used either fresh or dried. ... The leaves are a vital savoring agent used to savor curries, rice, savories and sweet dishes. Sometimes the rampe leaves are grinded and filtered to take out their zest and hue for cakes and sweets to give a lovely flavor.
SERA LEAVES
Available in 25g packages
Lemongrass, Cymbopogon citratus, is a perennial grass in the family Poaceae grown for its fragrant leaves and stalks which are used as a flavoring. The grass grows in dense clumps and has several stiff stems and slender blade-like leaves which droop towards the tips.
BLENDS
BIRIYANI MIX
Available in 100g, 1kg packages
“Mc Currie” biriyani mix is packed with quality ingredients such as onions, coriander, garlic, fennel, salt, ginger, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamoms, pepper, curry leaves and nutmeg to form a blend that gives the natural flavor of biriyani. This Biriyani Mix brings out the traditional flavor of Biriyani. Hence for an ultimate food experience, “Mc Currie” Biriyani Mix is an authentic product.
BIRIYANI MASALA
Available in 1kg packages
“Mc Currie” biriyani masala is packed with quality ingredients such as onions, coriander, garlic, fennel, salt, ginger, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamoms, pepper, curry leaves and nutmeg to form a blend that gives the natural flavor of biriyani. This Biriyani Masala brings out the traditional flavor of Biriyani. Hence for an ultimate food experience, “Mc Currie” Biriyani Masala is an authentic product.
CHICKEN CURRY MIX
Available in 100g, 1kg packages
A rich and spicy chicken curry, combining a range of aromatic spices. Quick, easy to prepare dish that is full of flavour.
FISH AMBULTHIYAL MIX
Available in 100g, 1kg packages
Ambulthiyal is the Sinhalese word for a very distinct fish curry. It's cooked using a spice blend that turns the outer part of the fish black in color. “Ambul” actually means sour hence the name”sour fish”.
FISH CURRY MIX
Available in 100g, 1kg packages
Whole spices give this fish curry recipe an impossible-to-place depth. This relatively mild, lightly sour, and deeply aromatic yellow curry.
KATTA SAMBOL MIX
Available in 100g packages
A traditional accompaniment with milk rice and roti or even used as a spread on a sandwich, “Mc Currie” Katta Sambol Mix is prepared using the finest ingredients, which tantalizes your taste buds.
TANDOORI MIX
Available in 1kg packages
Tandoori mix is a mixture of spices specifically for use with a tandoor, or clay oven, in traditional cooking in the Indian subcontinent.
MEAT CURRY MIX
Available in 1kg packages
This is an extraordinary spice mix formulated to enhance the natural flavor of raw and processed meat. The processing conditions are carefully controlled to preserve its unique flavor.
SEENI SAMBOL MIX
Available in 100g packages
A firm favourite with hoppers and string-hoppers, “Mc Currie” Seeni Sambol Mix is prepared with a blend of fresh and fine ingredients to bring about a superb flavor.
MIXED SPICES
Available in 85g packages
Mixed Spice is used in a variety of cakes, puddings, pies, breads and naduns, curries, cookies, pancakes, cupcakes, gingerbreads, and fruit salads.
MIXED SPICES POWDER
Available in 1kg packages
Mixed Spice Powder is used in a variety of cakes, puddings, pies, breads and naduns, curries, cookies, pancakes, cupcakes, gingerbreads, and fruit salads.
RASAM MIX
Available in 100g, 120g packages
Rasam Mix is an aromatic mix made of ground dals & spices. It is used to flavor & thicken south Indian soup or rasam.
SAMBAR MIX
Available in 100g, 1kg packages
Sambar is a South Indian lentil and vegetable stew made with pigeon pea lentils, tamarind and a unique spice blend called sambar powder. It is a staple dish in South Indian homes and is also equally popular and loved by many. Sambar served with rice or idli makes up for a complete meal.
KIRIHODI MIX
Available in 45g packages
Kiri hodi is a popular and traditional coconut milk gravy from Sri Lanka. Made using a few basic ingredients, this dish is traditionally served hot alongside coconut sambol (pol sambola) or string hoppers (idiyappam). Vegetables and fish can be added to the sauce to make a more substantial curry dish.
YELLOW RICE MIX
Available in 22g packages
Yellow rice is basically white rice that is colored by the spices turmeric or saffron when prepared. This yellow rice recipe calls for tumeric but you could easily substitute saffron and achieve the same bright yellow color and slightly tangy flavor.
CRUSHED
CRUSHED CHILLIE
Available in 50g, 100g, 200g, 250g, 500g, 1kg packages
Crushed Chillies flakes contain the flesh and seeds of whole chillies; if you want to add a warm, fiery punch to a dish, then look no further. ... Unlike other spices, often a small quantity is sufficient in a dish, with a single pinch adding a delicious spicy kick. Traditionally used to help improve digestion.
DRY CUT CHILLIE
Available in 1kg packages
Drying chillies lets them be kept for months or even years, while also intensifying their heat and flavour as a welcome side effect. There are three straightforward methods of doing this: air drying, oven drying, and using them to make chilli salt. Here's what to do.
ROASTED CRUSHED CHILLIE
Available in 1kg packages
Roasted Chili are prepared from toasting Sri Lankan dried chilies and then grinding them to release their potent flavor.
CRUSHED CHILLIE (Steamless)
Available in 1kg packages
Crushed Chillies flakes contain the flesh and seeds of whole chillies; if you want to add a warm, fiery punch to a dish, then look no further. ... Unlike other spices, often a small quantity is sufficient in a dish, with a single pinch adding a delicious spicy kick. Traditionally used to help improve digestion.
CRUSHED GINGER
Available in 1kg packages
In order to crush ginger, wash and peel the outer skin using the blunt end of the knife or a peeler. Place on a chopping board and coarsely crush or finely crush using a rolling pin. Alternatively, place in a mortar pestle and crush the ginger using the pestle.
CRUSHED CINNAMON
Available in 1kg packages
Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species from the genus ... In a 100 gram reference amount, ground cinnamon is a rich source of calcium (100% of the Daily Value (DV) ), iron (64% DV), and vitamin K (30% DV).
CRUSHED PEPPER BLACK
Available in 250g, 1kg packages
Finely crushed black pepper: Roast the whole peppercorns, cool, and then crush them into a fine powder using a blender or spice grinder.
COARSE PEPPER
Available in 250g, 1kg packages
This spice is characterized by a pungent, zesty flavor paired with a slightly piney profile. It features large flakes, similar to kosher salt, which is perfect for consistency in your cooking. Coarse ground pepper is ready to use, helping to cut down on preparation time when compared to whole peppercorns.
CRUSHED PEPPER WHITE
Available in 1kg packages
Finely crushed white pepper: Roast the whole peppercorns, cool, and then crush them into a fine powder using a blender or spice grinder.
COARSE MUSTARD
Available in 1kg packages
Coarse-ground mustard, also known as stone-ground mustard, offers a milder flavor with a textured consistency. In the kitchen, other types of mustard can be substituted in a pinch.
MALDIVE FISH CHIPS
Available in 250g, 1kg packages
Like dried shrimp, maldive fish chips are jam packed with umami flavour, a little goes a long way. Maldive fish is essentially dried and cured fish, usually tuna, the jar above says katsuwonus pelamis, which is skipjack tuna.