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Authentic Sri Lankan Pittu Recipe: A Culinary Adventure Introduction: Embark on a culinary journey to the exotic island of Sri Lanka with this authentic pittu recipe. Pittu, a traditional Sri Lankan dish, is a steamed cylinder of ground rice and coconut, often served with savory accompaniments like curries, sambols, or even with a touch of sweetness. Its unique texture and flavors make it a staple in Sri Lankan households and a favorite among food enthusiasts worldwide. Follow this step-by-step guide to recreate the taste of Sri Lanka in your own kitchen. Ingredients: 2 cups rice flour 1 cup grated coconut (fresh or desiccated) Water, as needed Salt, to taste Instructions: Prepare the Rice Flour Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice flour and grated coconut. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors. Gradually add water while mixing until the mixture reaches a crumbly texture. The consistency ...

Apr 3, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged pittu, Pittu Recipe, Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan foods, Sri Lankan Pittu Recipe, traditional Sri Lankan dish

Sri Lankan Vegetable Soup – By Malsha – eLanka This Sri Lankan Vegetable Soup is a delightful and comforting dish that’s perfect for any day, whether you’re feeling under the weather or simply craving a warm, wholesome meal. Bursting with a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, this soup combines the earthy goodness of vegetables with the aromatic touch of curry leaves and garlic. It’s a soothing bowl of nourishment that’s easy to prepare and can be customized to your taste. Instructions: Heat a soup pot over medium heat and add butter. Once melted, add chopped garlic and curry leaves. Sauté until the garlic turns soft (be cautious, curry leaves may splatter). Add sliced leek, carrot, celery, and cabbage (if using). Also, add a pinch of salt (remember that many broths contain salt). Sauté until the leek becomes wilted and soft. Stir in diced potatoes, tomatoes, and red lentils. Sauté ...

Oct 3, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, eLanka Recepies, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged elanka recipes, soup, Sri Lankan Food Recipes, Sri Lankan foods, Sri Lankan Vegetable Soup, Sri Lankan Vegetable Soup recipe, Vegetable Soup

Let’s Make Macarons – By Malsha – eLanka Indulgence knows no boundaries when it comes to dessert, and there’s a treat that can elevate your cravings to new heights: the elegant macaron. Despite its seemingly daunting reputation, fear not! With our step-by-step guide, mastering macarons becomes a delightful adventure. The best part? You can personalize them to your heart’s content. Seek a spectrum of colors? Play with diverse food coloring. Craving an exceptional icing flavor? Infuse a touch of lavender extract for a touch of floral sophistication. With each delectable bite, you’ll be whisked away to the enchanting streets of Paris. Here’s what you’ll need to create 30 exquisite macarons: For the Macarons: 1 ¾ cups of powdered sugar (210 g) 1 cup of finely ground almond flour (95 g) 1 teaspoon of salt, divided 3 egg whites at room temperature ¼ cup of granulated sugar (50 g) ½ teaspoon ...

Aug 14, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, eLanka Recepies, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged eLanka, elanka recipes, how to make Macarons, Macarons, Macarons recipe, sri lankan deserts, Sri Lankan foods

Let’s try to make Kurakkan Kada ( කුරක්කන් කැඳ )- Sri Lankan Finger Millet Porridge – By Malsha – eLanka Kurakkan Kada is a traditional Sri Lankan dish, known for its delightful taste and nourishing qualities. This wholesome finger millet porridge, enriched with coconut milk and garlic, offers a comforting and nutritious culinary experience. Follow this simple recipe to create a delicious batch of Kurakkan Kada at home. Ingredients: 3 cups of Water 4 tbsp Kurakkan flour (Finger Millet flour) 4 cups of Coconut milk 4 to 5 cloves of Garlic – Chopped Salt to taste Instructions: In a saucepan, combine the water, chopped garlic, and Kurakkan flour, stirring well to avoid lumps. Place the saucepan on low heat. Continuously stir the mixture until it thickens, maintaining a gentle heat throughout the process. Once the mixture has thickened, pour in the coconut milk and add salt to taste. Keep stirring ...

Aug 1, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, eLanka Recepies, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged eLanka, elanka recipes, Kurakkan Kada, Sri Lankan foods, traditional Sri Lankan dish

Lets try to make Sri Lankan Fish Rolls – By Malsha – eLanka Sri Lankan Fish Rolls are a highly popular teatime snack that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. The spicy filling, encased in a delectable pancake and coated with crispy breadcrumbs, will leave you craving for more. Here’s a revised version of the recipe: Ingredients: For the Filling: Canned Fish – 150g Boiled Potatoes – 100g 1 Big Onion 3 Garlic Cloves 1 Tomato 2 Green Chilies Curry Leaves ¾ tsp Ground Cardamom, Cloves & Cinnamon 100g Leeks 1 Small Carrot, grated 3 Cabbage Leaves 1 tsp Salt 1 tsp Pepper Powder 1 tsp Chili Flakes Chopped Ginger ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder For the Wrapping: 350g All-purpose Flour 1 tsp Salt 1 Egg Water For the Coating: 200g Breadcrumbs 2 Eggs Method: To prepare the filling, heat oil in a pan. Add chopped ginger, ground cardamom, cinnamon, ...

Jul 18, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, eLanka Recepies, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged eLanka, elanka recipes, Sri Lankan Fish Rolls, Sri Lankan foods, tea time snacks

Sri Lankan Coconut Pancakes – By Malsha – eLanka Sri Lankan Coconut Pancakes, also known as Pani Pol Pancakes or “Wellawahum” in ancient Sri Lankan culture, are a delightful treat. Unlike regular pancakes, these pancakes are stuffed with a sweet coconut filling and rolled up, earning them the name “Sri Lankan Pancake Roll.” They are an exceptional and incredibly easy-to-enjoy snack, perfect for tea time. Let’s Make Coconut Pancakes, The recipe for Sri Lankan Coconut Pancakes Ingredients: For Pancakes : 100g All-purpose flour 200g Fresh milk 1/2 tsp Table salt 1 tbsp White sugar 2 Eggs 1 tsp Vanilla essence 1/2 tsp Baking powder 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder For Coconut Filling (Pani pol): 65g Coconut milk 60g Desiccated coconut or fresh coconut 70g Muscovado sugar or jaggery (kithul pani or pol pani) 55g Water (only if using sugar) 5 Cardamom pods, crushed 1 Cinnamon stick Instructions: Pancakes: In a medium ...

Jul 8, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, eLanka Recepies, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged eLanka, pancakes, Sri Lankan Coconut Pancakes, Sri Lankan foods, Tea time snack, wellawahum

One of popular breakfast or dinner item in Sri Lanka ‘ pol roti ‘ – By Malsha – eLanka Sri Lankan pol roti is a traditional flatbread made with a mixture of flour, grated coconut, onions, green chilies, and other aromatic spices. It is a popular breakfast or dinner item in Sri Lanka. Here’s a recipe for making pol roti: Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour 1 cup grated coconut 1 small onion, finely chopped 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder (optional) Water, as needed Vegetable oil or ghee for cooking Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, grated coconut, chopped onion, green chilies, coriander leaves, salt, and turmeric powder (if using). Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients. Gradually add water, a little at a time, and knead the mixture to ...

Jun 30, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, eLanka Recepies Tagged easy dinner recipes, elanka recipes, how to make pol roti, pol roti, Sri Lankan cuisines, Sri Lankan foods

Cynthia Shanmugalingam shares a taste of Sri Lanka – By Cynthia Shanmugalingam Source : sbs Pieced together from a lifetime of travels, myths and memories, new book Rambutan offers a special perspective on Sri Lanka and its food. My Mum – alongside almost everyone else in my Sri Lankan family – seems to have been born knowing just what fruit, veg, fish, meat, spices and rice to buy, when everything is in season, and how to turn it all into the wonderful Sri Lankan fare that they eat every day. Unlike them, I have had to learn a different way. When my parents left the island in the 1960s to live in England, they didn’t know that on the flight, thousands of years of culinary knowledge would be evaporated into thin air. Alongside my brother and sister, I could never quite pick up everything they knew ‘back home’. And yet, I ...

Nov 8, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged book Rambutan, omelets, potatoes, Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan family, Sri Lankan foods

us ambassador town hall – queen elizabeth dies – british pm liz truss – migara guneratne esq – ranjan ramanayake movie – kusumi 40th Good News From Jayam September 15, 2022 Pls Scroll Down 35 items Liz Truss Becomes UK’s Third Woman Prime Minister Liz Truss, Britain’s Foreign Secretary, was named winner as Conservative Party leader and the country’s Prime Minister. The party said Truss won the votes of around 57% of Conservative members, compared with about 43% for ex-Treasury Chief Rishi Sunak. Truss, 47, will become Britain’s third female Prime Minister, after Thatcher, who governed from 1979 to 1990, and Theresa May, who held office from 2016 to 2019. A Proud Family of Lawyers Migara Gunaratne took oaths as an Attorney on August 12th 2022. Migara is the son of Maithri and Sonali Guneratne of Barnes Place, Colombo. Grandson of Sri.Kantha and Sharmani Mathew. U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung’s Virtual ...

Sep 11, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Jayam Rutnam Tagged Born Ranil Jayawardena, Chandran Rutnam, eLanka, Family of Lawyers, King Charles III, Liz Truss, Lotus Tower in Colombo, queen elizabeth dies, ranjan ramanayake movie, ranjan Ramanayake new film, Sri Lankan American Community, Sri Lankan foods, The Game film, Yupun Abeykoon

Colombo 21 (Castle Hill, Sydney) – by Dr. Harold Gunatillake Transcript: Cooking exotic Sri Lankan foods, is it viewed as culture, or a creation of art? I would say it is both culture and art. Culture is derived from the ancient traditions in Sri Lanka, and the art is the way it is presented which is a creation of the Western world. Newly opened Sri Lankan Restaurant in Castle Hill a popular suburb of Sydney, thickly populated with migrants including Sri Lankans seems to be the ideal convenient spot to visit for the food lovers who love Sri Lankan foods. No worries about parking, plenty of spaces in the basement car park. I am at this newly opened restaurant in Castle Hill called the Colombo 21, and I must say the ambience is superb, and quite spacious compared to most other Asian restaurants. The offerings are plenty to choose from ...

Mar 7, 2021 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Harold Gunatillake, Restaurant in Castle Hill, Sri Lankan foods, Sydney