Sri Lankan Pittu Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka

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:

1. 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.
2. Mix the Flour and Coconut:
   • In a large bowl, combine the roasted rice flour, grated coconut, and salt.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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!