Sri Lankan Pittu Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of rice flour (roasted)
- 1 cup of grated coconut
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- Water (as needed)
For Serving:
- Coconut milk
- Curry of your choice (fish, chicken, vegetable, etc.)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Rice Flour:
- Roast the rice flour in a dry pan over low heat for about 5-7 minutes until it is slightly golden and aromatic. Be careful not to burn it. Let it cool.
- Mix the Flour and Coconut:
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted rice flour, grated coconut, and salt.
- Add Water:
- Gradually sprinkle water into the mixture while mixing with your hands. The goal is to get a crumbly texture, similar to breadcrumbs. The mixture should be moist but not wet, and it should hold together when pressed between your fingers.
- Prepare the Steamer:
- You can use a traditional pittu bamboo steamer or any steamer you have at home. If you are using a regular steamer, you can line it with a clean cloth or use perforated plates.
- Steam the Pittu:
- Fill the steamer with the pittu mixture. If using a bamboo steamer, you can lightly pack the mixture inside. If using a regular steamer, spread the mixture evenly without pressing it down too much.
- Steam the pittu for about 10-15 minutes, or until it is cooked through. You can check by pressing a small portion with a spoon; it should feel firm and not sticky.
- Serve:
- Remove the pittu from the steamer and transfer it to a serving dish.
- Serve hot with coconut milk and your choice of curry.
Tips:
- The texture of the pittu mixture is crucial; it should be crumbly and moist but not too wet.
- You can add a pinch of turmeric to the rice flour for a slight color variation.
- For extra flavor, you can mix in finely chopped onions, green chilies, or herbs into the pittu mixture before steaming.
Enjoy your homemade Sri Lankan Pittu with a flavorful curry and coconut milk!
