Traditional Konda Kavum Recipe – Sri Lankan Oil Cakes (කොණ්ඩ කවුම්) – By Malsha – eLanka Introduction:Konda Kavum, also known as “Hair Bun Kavum,” is one of the most beloved and iconic Sri Lankan sweetmeats, especially during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. Made from rice flour and sweetened with rich kithul (palm) treacle, these golden, deep-fried oil cakes are a delicious treat that brings a nostalgic taste of tradition. Ingredients: 1 cup raw white rice (soaked and ground into fine flour) 1/2 cup thick kithul treacle (or jaggery syrup if unavailable) A pinch of salt 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (optional – for color) Water as needed Coconut oil (for deep frying) Instructions: Step 1: Prepare the Rice Flour Wash and soak the raw rice for 3-4 hours. Drain the rice and spread it on a clean cloth to remove excess moisture. Grind the slightly damp rice into a fine ...
Apr 8, 2025
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