A culinary adventure through Sri Lanka's heartland! String hoppers, tuna curry, and more!

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream diluted with water

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

fresh tuna

🥗Healthier: canned tuna

💰Cheaper: frozen tuna

Canned tuna is more accessible and less expensive.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño offers similar heat, while bell pepper is milder.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley provides a fresh flavor at a lower cost.

Buy yellowfin tuna caught fresh last night.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan with cardamom pods and cinnamon.

Add chopped onion and green chili, cooking until fragrant.

Stir in curry powder and chili powder, adjusting for spice level.

Add chopped tomato and thin coconut milk, seasoning with salt.

Cook for about 10 minutes before adding fresh tamarind juice and more coconut milk.

Add the fresh tuna and cook for only 3 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

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