Rice & Curry: Sri Lankan Home Cooking

A New York Times Notable cookbook--now updated with new
recipes, photographs and notes on Sri Lankan culture and cuisine!

"A terrific introduction to a great culinary tradition about
which egregiously little is known. Well researched, authentic, and
easy-to-follow recipes." ―Anthony Bourdain (on the first edition)

S.H. Fernando takes readers on an unforgettable culinary journey
through Sri Lanka, where a typical meal is simply referred to as "rice &
curry." Demystifying ingredients, spices and flavors to prove that Sri Lankan
Food is a healthy option, Fernando gives us the best of generations of folk
cooking traditions as well as time-saving tips and menu suggestions for the
modern cook.

This new edition has been revised and updated with over 100
easy-to-follow recipes; an introduction to Sri Lanka's history, culture, and
cuisine; a detailed up-to-date travel section with for visitors; a
comprehensive spice guide, sidebars on ingredients, techniques and notable
aspects of Sri Lanka's cuisine, and stunning color photos throughout.

Sample recipes:

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Roasted
Curry Powder

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Spicy
Lentil Fritters (Masala Vadai)

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Duck
Curry with Arrack (Thara Curry)

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Hoppers (Appa)

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Lamb
Biryani

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Leela's
Chilaw Crab Curry (Kakuluwo Curry)

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Chili
Sambol (Katta Sambol)

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Mango
Curry (Amba Curry)

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Shymala's
Coconut Custard Pudding (Wattalampan)

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Hippocrene Books
Published: 11/26/2024
ISBN: 9780781814522
Pages: 240
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.90h x 6.90w x 0.60d