Sri Lankan cuisine is a unique gastronomical experience that is filled with sweetness and spice. I show you how to make these traditional and authentic Sri Lankan recipes and with video instructions. Be sure to see my YouTube Channel for more!
Dohoi is type of dosa made from Ulundu Flour that was quite popular in Sri Lanka in the past although most
people do not know about it today. Using this recipe, we can make about 15 Dohoi. In this recipe,
we also make a Spicy Fish Curry to go with the Dohoi.
Aloo Paratha is a flat bread (like a roti) stuffed with a Potato filling and it originates from
Northern India. It is traditionally eaten for breakfast because it is very filling
and is quick to made in only 15 minutes. This is perfect with a Chicken Curry.
Shallot and Garlic Curries are 2 of the most important and healthy curries for almsgiving
in traditional villages in Sri Lanka. They will make only one of these curries for almsgiving day but not both.
For these curries, you do not add any Oil.
Soup is perfect on a rainy or cold winter day to warm you up and this Green Gram Soup contains all
the warming ingredients like Garlic and Pepper. It contains both Green Gram and Noodles
and makes a complete meal that gives you energy and protein.
Breadfruit Rice (Del Batha) is a traditional dish originating from the
Southern region of Sri Lanka. It is a dish where Breadfruit and Rice are cooked together with spices in one pot.
It makes a complete meal and pairs well
with a Fish Curry or Chili Paste.
There are many ways of making a traditional Polos Curry but in this recipe, we are not adding any Oil. This
Polos Curry will be made on the stove top and will be as tasty as when prepared using a dara lipa (hearth).
Hoppers (Appam) is a popular street food in Sri Lanka that is made from a fermented Rice Flour
batter. It includes many toppings and types like Egg Hoppers and Sweet Hoppers. In this recipe,
we show you how to make 3 types of Hoppers and my Mom's tasty Lunu Miris.
Chapati is an Indian flatbread roti made from a soft dough. In this recipe,
we add the Chapati to a Chili Curry so it is soft and spicy. This is a tasty meal
you can make in about 30 minutes.
Pasta is a comfort food for many and it is even better when it is Creamy and Cheesy.
This White Sauce Pasta is made using no cheese and no heavy cream. This pasta makes a
convenient quick meal you can make in 15 minutes for lunch or dinner.
This juicy Chicken Gyro is made from herb seasoned Chicken Breast and contains a delicious salad mix,
all wrapped in a soft homemade Pita Bread.
We cook the meat using an improvised vertical spit in the oven using an onion.