Indulge in the Delight of Special Avurudu Sweets – Asmi-by Kalani-eLanka As the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, commonly known as Avurudu, approaches, Sri Lankans across the island are gearing up to celebrate the dawn of a new year with an array of customs and traditions. Central to these celebrations are the culinary delights that grace every household during this festive season. Among the myriad of traditional sweets that adorn the Avurudu table, one delicacy stands out for its unique flavor and cultural significance – Asmi. Asmi, a quintessential Avurudu sweet, encapsulates the essence of tradition and familial bonds. Its preparation is not merely a culinary exercise but a ritual that binds generations together. The process of making Asmi involves patience, skill, and love, passed down through the ages from mothers to daughters, grandmothers to grandchildren. The ingredients for Asmi are simple yet exquisite, comprising rice flour, coconut milk, jaggery ...