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Exploring the Rich and Diverse Cuisine of Sri Lanka – By Nadeeka – eLanka Sri Lanka’s cuisine is a vibrant fusion of flavors and cultures. From the piquant aromas of spices to the diversity of curries, the country’s food is a celebration of its diverse history and heritage. The cuisine draws influence from Indian, Malay, Portuguese, and Dutch cooking, all the while integrating the flavors of Sri Lanka’s own tropical landscape. One of the defining features of Sri Lankan cuisine is the use of aromatic spices, such as cinnamon, cardamom, clove, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. These spices are used to create complex and layered flavors that are both bold and subtle. Sri Lankan food is not known for being particularly spicy, but the flavors are always intense. The foundation of Sri Lankan cuisine is rice and curry, the island nation’s staple meal. Rice is boiled and mixed with a curry ...