A tangy, spicy fish curry that has been devoured for centuries by Sri Lankans, the Sour Fish Curry or well known as the Maalu Ambulthiyal is a favourite in many households and can be enjoyed with Rice, string Hoppers and even hot Coconut Roti. Believed to have originated from the South of the Island, this dish is enjoyed not only …
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Rotee
Being an island nation, Sri Lanka is endowed with many Coconut palms and ideally, the coconut has been a staple in many homes. The coconut roti is also an easy to prepare meal that is the result of a mix of freshly grated coconut, wheat/ Rice/ Kurakkan (a strong flavoured brown millet) and a little bit of oil. You can go the …
Hoppers ( Appa )
Made out of fermented rice flour, the simple hopper or as locals call it “Appa” is a family favourite and enjoyed for dinner and breakfast in many homes. The hopper is also a restaurant front-runner while this bowl shaped pancake lookalike is ideally eaten served hot off the pan and enjoyed with a spicy curry, onion Sambol or …
String Hoppers ( Indi appa )
String hoppers or Idiyappam replicate tiny noodle nests that are used in main meals ideally for breakfast and dinner. The string hopper press and mats are widely available in Sri Lanka and now even other countries too. Roasted Rice Flour (red or white) mixed with warm water and salt makes the ideal meal with finger licking sambals and curries. Variations of …
Milk Rice ( Kiribath )
A true Sri Lankan classic, “Kiribath” or Milk Rice as the Westerners call it, is a traditional breakfast dish as well as a celebratory treat for special occasions. In some Asian cultures including Sri Lanka, milk and rice is a significant symbol of prosperity, luck and happiness in abundance. Milk Rice is mainly cooked during the Sinhalese …
Rice and Curry
Considered the national dish of the country, Sri Lankan rice and curry consists of steaming hot, fluffy rice (samba or kakulu varieties) that is served with a variety of side dishes commonly called curries. There are typically at least three (ideally five) different curries served along with the rice, one of which is usually based …
