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Some of the popular spices grown and used in Sri Lanka – By Malsha – eLanka Sri Lanka is known for its rich and diverse range of spices, which have been an integral part of the country’s cuisine for centuries. Some of the popular spices grown and used in Sri Lanka include: Cinnamon: Sri Lanka is renowned for its high-quality cinnamon, which is harvested from the inner bark of the cinnamon tree. Cinnamon is widely used in Sri Lankan cuisine to add a warm and sweet flavor to dishes. Cardamom: Another popular spice in Sri Lanka is cardamom, which has a strong, aromatic flavor and is used in both sweet and savory dishes. Cloves: Cloves are another commonly used spice in Sri Lankan cooking and are known for their warm, sweet flavor. Turmeric: Turmeric is a bright yellow spice that is widely used in Sri Lankan cuisine for its earthy ...

Mar 21, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Curry Leaves Are a South Indian Herb With Major Star Power-by Simi George Photo by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Pearl Jones Source:Bonappetit As a South Indian I’m lost without my kariveppilai—Tamil for curry leaves. My family is from Kerala, a verdant state on India’s southwestern coast. Nothing we cook is complete without curry leaves, dessert being the only exception. We use them in fiery red fish curries and summery yogurt drinks, in brawny beef fry and slurpable rasam, in chutneys and in pickles. In this part of the world, food looks naked without curry leaves in it.  Below, everything you need to know in order to understand their significance and use them in your cooking at home. What are curry leaves?  Native to India (and totally unrelated to curry powder) curry leaves are glossy, pointy, almond-shaped pinnate leaves with a complex citrus flavor often described as reminiscent of lemongrass, anise, ...

Sep 30, 2021 Posted by In Articles Tagged ,
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