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: · Roasted Curry Powder · Spicy Lentil Fritters (Masala Vadai) · Duck Curry with Arrack (Thara Curry) · Hoppers (Appa) · Lamb Biryani · Leela's Chilaw Crab Curry (Kakuluwo Curry) · Chili Sambol (Katta Sambol) · Mango Curry (Amba Curry) · Shymala's Coconut Custard Pudding (Wattalampan)
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: · Roasted Curry Powder · Spicy Lentil Fritters (Masala Vadai) · Duck Curry with Arrack (Thara Curry) · Hoppers (Appa) · Lamb Biryani · Leela's Chilaw Crab Curry (Kakuluwo Curry) · Chili Sambol (Katta Sambol) · Mango Curry (Amba Curry) · Shymala's Coconut Custard Pudding (Wattalampan)
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