Discover How to Make Sri Lankan Ghee Rice (Dunthel Bath)! This fragrant and aromatic rice dish is a delicious twist to plain white rice and the ghee adds buttery richness and a nice flavor to the ghee rice. It pairs well with spicy curries, fried or roasted meat, and seafood, perfect for a special dinner. Sri Lankan Ghee…
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BEST! Sri Lankan Fried Ash Plantain Curry (Badapu Alu Kesel Kari)
Sri Lankan Fried Ash Plantain Curry (Badapu Alu Kesel Kari)! Sri Lankan cuisine is known for delicious curries. This unique Sri Lankan-style plantain curry is flavored with fragrant spices. It also has local herbs and coconut milk. This curry goes well with any rice and curry meal. It is plant-based, vegan, and filling. Sri Lankan…
BEST! Batu Moju (Sri Lankan Eggplant Pickle)
Discover How to Make Batu Moju (Sri Lankan Eggplant Pickle)! Batu Moju (aka Wambatu Moju) is a sweet, sour, and spicy Sri Lankan-style eggplant pickle. It’s one of the most loved Sri Lankan dishes and commonly served on festive menus. Batu Moju (aka Wambatu Moju)(Sri Lankan Eggplant Pickle) Nowadays, you can easily buy a bottle…
Cong You Bing (Chinese Scallion Pancakes)
Learn to Make Cong You Bing (Chinese Scallion Pancakes)! A scallion pancake is a flatbread-like pancake. It is one of the most popular Chinese staple foods and street foods. This dish is loved for its ultra crispy, flaky texture, and oniony taste. Cong You Bing (Chinese Scallion Pancakes) In this post, I’ll show you how…
BEST! Pittu (Sri Lankan Steamed Rice Cake)
Discover How to Make Pittu (Sri Lankan Steamed Rice Cake)! Pittu (aka Puttu) is a traditional Sri Lankan breakfast dish made by steaming rice flour and grated coconut in a special cylindrical steamer known as Pittu Maker. Pittu (aka Puttu)(Sri Lankan Steamed Rice Cake) Bring a touch of ‘Sri Lanka’ to your kitchen! In this post,…
Vibibi (East African Coconut Rice Pancakes)
Vibibi (East African Coconut Rice Pancakes)! Vibibi, a popular street food amongst the Swahili-speaking communities in East Africa, are made from a fermented batter of ground rice and coconut milk and served for breakfast or as a snack with a hot cup of tea or coffee. Bring a Touch of East Africa to Your Kitchen!…
EASY! Cachapa (Venezuelan Corn Pancakes)
Cachapa (Venezuelan Corn Pancakes) is a popular Venezuelan street food made with ground fresh corn. They are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside and are stuffed with gooey cheese and butter. This combination makes a delicious snack or breakfast. Learn to Make Cachapa (Corn Pancakes)! I am always in search of new…
Vitumbua (Tanzanian Coconut Rice Pancakes)
Vitumbua (Tanzanian Coconut Rice Pancakes)! These bite-sized coconut rice pancakes known as Vitumbua are a popular street food in some parts of East Africa. They’re made from a fermented batter of ground rice and coconut milk and served warm for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of tea or coffee. Bring a touch…
Sri Lankan Pol Sambol (With Desiccated Coconut)
Sri Lankan Pol Sambol Recipe Made With Desiccated Coconut! Pol Sambol (aka Coconut Sambol) is a Sri Lankan-style spicy coconut relish traditionally made with freshly grated coconut. Pol Sambol (With Desiccated Coconut) In this post, I’ll show you how to make ‘Pol Sambol’ with moistened desiccated coconut. A very flexible recipe that you can adjust everything…
EASY! Seeni Sambol (Sri Lankan Onion Relish)
Seeni Sambol is a classic Sri Lankan sweet, sour & spicy caramelized onion relish (or condiment! One of the delicious side dishes that you’ll find on just about every Sri Lankan table, whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner time. What is Seeni Sambol? Seeni Sambol (Sinhala: සීනි සම්බෝල) is a traditional Sri Lankan caramelized onion relish or condiment…