Rice & Curry
Rice and Curry is the centerpiece of Sri Lankan cuisine, a rich and spicy dish composed of steamed rice served with a selection of curries and sides. A typical serving is a mix of vegetable, meat, or seafood curries, dhal (lentil curry), pol sambol (coconut sambol), mallung (stir-fried greens), and crunchy items such as papadam. The curries are full of fragrant spices such as curry leaves, mustard seeds, cinnamon, and coconut milk, delivering the perfect blend of heat, sweetness, and depth. Rice and curry isn’t simply a dish in Sri Lanka, it’s an experience that encapsulates the island’s diversity of flavors and regional specialties.