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The Taste​ of Sri Lankan New Year brings a festival of flavors with sweet treats like kavum (fried rice flour cakes), kokis (crispy rice flour snacks), and various other vegan delicacies made from coconut, treacle, and spices. These foods symbolize prosperity and unity during this important celebration.

The Taste​ of A delicate dessert made by wrapping a coconut and treacle mixture in soft rice flour dough. These rolled treats are steamed to perfection and offer a light sweetness that captures the essence of Sri Lanka’s rich coconut and jaggery traditions.

The Taste​ of A traditional Sri Lankan snack made by mixing rice flour, coconut, and treacle, wrapped in kanda leaves, and steamed. This dish has a rich, earthy sweetness and a soft, chewy texture, perfect for a light snack or a simple dessert.

The Taste​ of A deep-fried whole wheat bread that puffs up into a light, golden shell. Crisp and airy, puri is often enjoyed with curries or tangy pickles, offering a crunchy contrast to the soft vegetables or chutneys served alongside it.

The Taste​ of A flaky and layered flatbread made from dough rolled in oil and cooked on a hot griddle. Parata is typically served with spiced vegetable curries or dipped in coconut-based sauces, providing a buttery, satisfying complement to spicy foods.

The Taste​ of A unique vegan dish where mangoes, either raw or ripe, are simmered in a blend of coconut milk, mustard seeds, and spices. This sweet and sour curry is a tantalizing combination of flavors, balancing the tropical sweetness of mango with the richness of a coconut base.

The Taste​ of A tangy fruit and vegetable pickle that embodies the vibrant flavors of Sri Lanka. Made with ingredients like raw mango, lime, or pineapple, this sharp, spicy condiment is marinated in mustard, vinegar, and chili, perfect for adding zing to any meal.

The Taste​ of Crunchy fritters made from ground lentils, these street food staples are spiced with curry leaves, chilies, and cumin. They are often enjoyed as a savory snack with tea or served alongside coconut chutney for added flavor.

The Taste​ of A steamed dish made from layers of rice flour and shredded coconut, traditionally shaped in bamboo molds. Its subtle flavor makes it an ideal match for spiced vegetable curries or even a drizzle of coconut milk, creating a wholesome and hearty meal.

The Taste​ of A flatbread made from wheat flour and grated coconut, this rustic dish can be customized with various fillings, from spiced onions to coconut sambol. Its chewy texture and subtle coconut flavor make it a perfect companion to hearty curries or light snacks