Traditional Srilankan Breakfast 🍛 String Hoppers 🐟 creamy small fish curry

small fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based alternative, while canned fish is more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, and evaporated milk is budget-friendly.

Mix rice flour, salt, and water in a bowl until a smooth dough forms.

Fill a string hopper maker with the dough and press into circular shapes on a steaming tray.

Steam the string hoppers for about 10-12 minutes until cooked through and set aside.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Stir in turmeric powder and fenugreek seeds, cooking for 1 minute.

Add small fish and cook until they are opaque, about 5 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer, cooking for 10 minutes to thicken.

Season with lime juice, black pepper, and curry leaves; simmer for an additional 2 minutes.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

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