Looking for a spice shop in Pattom, near Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram? Miller Stores Pattom is listed as THE MILLER - Sahyadri, Pattom Kowdiyar Rd, TC 15/3617. For sambar, start with Sambar Powder, a Kerala-style, coriander-led blend, then add turmeric, coriander and chilli powders. Ask at the counter for availability.
Last updated 11 October 2026 | Written by the Miller Stores team
Key takeaways
- The Sambar Powder page describes a Kerala-style blend: coriander-led, with chilli, fenugreek, curry leaf and roasted dal.
- The page suggests roughly one and a half to two tablespoons for four servings, added after the vegetables soften and before the tamarind.
- For opening hours, use the Google Maps listing. For stock, ask at the counter.
What does a Kerala-style sambar powder contain?
Our Sambar Powder is described on its page as a Kerala-style blend, ground from whole spice: coriander seed as the base, dried red chilli, fenugreek, roasted dal, curry leaf and turmeric. The page calls it a rounder, more aromatic blend than the hotter, tamarind-forward Tamil style.
The page also explains the method: coriander, chilli, fenugreek and dal reach their point at different times, so each component is roasted separately and then milled together.
The page lists what stays out: no rice flour or starch bulking, no added colour, no anti-caking agent, no preservative and no spent coriander husk. It also states that the blend has no MSG and no artificial flavouring.
How do you use sambar powder in everyday Pattom cooking?
Use it first in sambar, then in the other dishes the product page names: Kerala-style vegetable stews, poriyal and thoran seasoning, and rasam used lightly alongside pepper. Here is the method the page gives for a pot of sambar.
- Cook your vegetables until they soften.
- Add roughly one and a half to two tablespoons of the powder for four servings. Freshly ground powder is stronger than a packet, so start at the lower end.
- Add the tamarind after the powder, as the page advises.
The page describes the blend as a base to which you can add your own extra chilli. If you want a milder blend, ask at the counter what is possible.
Which supporting spices belong beside sambar powder?
Turmeric for colour and earthiness
The Turmeric Powder page describes turmeric sourced from Gujarat with 3+% curcumin content,, described as essential for curries. For a deeper colour, the Lakadong Turmeric Powder page describes turmeric from the Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya with 8+% curcumin, milled to order and darker than ordinary yellow turmeric. It suggests everyday curries, dals and sabzis.
Coriander as the base of the masala
The Green Premium Coriander Powder page calls coriander the base of most South Indian masalas and lists sambar and rasam powders among its uses. The Brown Coriander Powder page describes a light, citrusy note for curries, gravies and vegetable stir-fries.
Chilli, when you want to adjust the heat
Because the sambar blend already has chilli, your extra chilli should be a deliberate choice. Our range has three different chilli powders. The Premium Kashmiri Chili Powder page describes very low heat and very high colour. The Guntur Chili Powder page describes a clean, forward heat several times hotter than Kashmiri. The Spicy Chili (Karnataka) page describes fiery heat and a vibrant red colour. They are not interchangeable, so read how to choose good chilli powder before you pick one. For more, see the dedicated pages for Kashmiri chilli powder, Guntur chilli powder and Karnataka spicy chilli powder.
Oil and ghee for tempering and finishing
The Cold Pressed Coconut Oil page describes oil crushed from sun-dried copra in a wooden chekku, with one ingredient: coconut. It lists tempering mustard seeds and curry leaves, thoran, avial and fish curry among its uses. The A2 Pure Gir Cow Ghee page describes bilona ghee made from curd, and suggests finishing rice, dal and khichdi off the heat.
How should you store sambar powder and ground spices?
Keep them airtight and opaque, in a cool, dark place. The Sambar Powder page says roasted blends hold aroma for about three months, and that because there is roasted dal in it, you should keep it especially dry, since moisture makes a sambar powder smell stale. The Green Premium Coriander Powder page suggests buying a quantity you will finish in two to three months.
The Lakadong Turmeric Powder page says never to refrigerate it, and the Brown Coriander Powder page advises against the fridge too, because a cold jar taken in and out of a warm kitchen condenses moisture inside. Our published lab reports are available if you want to see what has been screened. The Kashmiri chilli page, for example, says its report screens 221 pesticide residues.
Where can you find Miller Stores in Pattom, near Kowdiar?
The listing reads THE MILLER - Sahyadri, Pattom Kowdiyar Rd, TC 15/3617, Thiruvananthapuram. Open Miller Stores Pattom on Google Maps for directions, and check opening hours on the Google Maps listing before you go. Ask at the counter for current availability of any product named here.
Areas around Pattom and Kowdiar
The listing address sits on Pattom Kowdiyar Rd. According to Wikipedia, Kowdiar is one of the main localities in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) and lies between the localities of Vellayambalam and Peroorkada. The same article names Pattom Road, which leads to Pattom Junction via Kuravankonam. So if you search for a spice shop near Kowdiar, Kuravankonam, Vellayambalam or Peroorkada, the Pattom listing above is the one to open and check.
Choosing between chilli powders? Our guide on how to choose good chilli powder explains what to check on the product, not just the shop, before you buy.
Popular products
These are popular picks from our range. Each line is a fact from the product's own page.
| Product | What its page says |
|---|---|
| Sambar Powder | Kerala-style blend of coriander, chilli, fenugreek, curry leaf and roasted dal. |
| Turmeric Powder | Sourced from Gujarat, with 3+% curcumin content. |
| Lakadong Turmeric Powder | From the Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya, with 8+% curcumin content. |
| Green Premium Coriander Powder | One ingredient, coriander seed, ground from whole green seed. |
| Brown Coriander Powder | A light, citrusy note for curries, gravies and stir-fries. |
| Premium Kashmiri Chili Powder | Very low heat and very high colour, with nothing added to deepen the red. |
| Guntur Chili Powder | Milled from Sannam-type pods, with a clean, forward heat. |
| Spicy Chili (Karnataka) | Fiery heat and a vibrant red colour, for hot and spicy dishes. |
| Cold Pressed Coconut Oil | Chekku-pressed from sun-dried copra, with one ingredient: coconut. |
| A2 Pure Gir Cow Ghee | Bilona ghee made from the milk of Gir cows, with no vegetable fat added. |
Frequently asked questions
Is Miller Stores' sambar powder Kerala style or Tamil style?
The Sambar Powder page says it is Kerala style: coriander-led and more aromatic, with curry leaf and roasted dal in the blend. It notes that Tamil sambar powders are generally hotter and leaner on coriander, built to work with a heavier hand of tamarind.
How much sambar powder should I use for a pot of sambar?
According to the product page, roughly one and a half to two tablespoons for four servings, added after the vegetables soften and before the tamarind. It says freshly ground powder is stronger than a packet, so start at the lower end and adjust next time.
Does the sambar powder contain MSG, colour or preservatives?
No, according to the product page: no MSG, no artificial flavour, no colour and no preservative. It lists spices, dal and salt only, with no animal-derived ingredient and no anti-caking agent. The page notes the shorter shelf life as the trade-off.
Where is the Miller Stores spice shop in Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram?
The Google Maps listing is THE MILLER - Sahyadri, Pattom Kowdiyar Rd, TC 15/3617. Use the Miller Stores Pattom link on this page to open it, check opening hours there, and ask at the counter for current availability.
How long does sambar powder stay fresh?
The Sambar Powder page says roasted blends hold aroma for about three months when stored airtight and opaque, cool and dark. Keep it especially dry, because the roasted dal in it means moisture makes the powder smell stale.
Sources
- Wikipedia. Kowdiar. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kowdiar (used only for the locality names Kowdiar, Vellayambalam, Peroorkada, Pattom Junction and Kuravankonam).
Product facts on this page are taken from the linked Miller Stores product pages. Last updated 11 October 2026.
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Store: The Miller, Pattom
Address: Sahyadri, Pattom Kowdiyar Road, TC 15/3617, Thiruvananthapuram
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