Meals & more Archives – Page 2 of 2

July 5, 2021July 9, 2021

Spinach Rice Recipe | Quick & Easy | Ready Under 30 Minutes

In need of a quick meal fix on a busy day? Turn those leftover rice into a quick and easy flavourful spinach recipe. A few simple ingredients are all it takes to create an impressive flavour in under 30 minutes.

This recipe has become one of my favourites to make in the summer. When in need of an instant fix, spinach rice is the way to go. Whether it’s served in a bowl or as part of a meal, it can be ready in minutes.

April 28, 2020April 22, 2021

Kola Kenda (Herbal Porridge/Kanji)

Kola kenda is a wholesome herbal porridge, we Sri Lankans love to devour on a weekend breakfast. The coconut-richness and the herbs unbelievable flavours combined with the nourishment – all in one bowl- are all you need, to start your day bright and fresh.

This porridge is made with Gotu kola. A herb I used recently to make a salad to go with my rice and curry. View the recipe here. Gotu Kola is a power-packed herb and it has numerals of health benefits. It’s one of my little secrets to staying young and healthy. Find out more…

March 26, 2020April 22, 2021

Milk Rice (Kiribath / Paalchoru)

Sri Lankan coconut Milk Rice is an aromatic, coconut-rich, comfort food from childhood. Whether you like it as savoury or sweet, this recipe makes a healthy breakfast.

Milk Rice is an aromatic, coconut rich breakfast meal we Sri Lankan’s LOVE. The locals there have many names but most call it the Kiribath or it goes by the name Paalchoru.

This is everyone’s favourite comfort food. I love waking up to the smell of this dish early morning on the weekends. Have a bowl of this to fill your tummy and to be left with a feeling of pure heartwarming satisfaction.

The best weekend comfort meal of the day ever. Did I mention that I like having it on the weekends? There is a reason for it.. find out why!

March 10, 2020April 22, 2021

Fish Roti – Sri Lankan Fish Flatbread Recipe

It's a flatbread (roti) with a delicious fish sambal inside. The sambal can be anything from different meats, eggs, healthy vegetables to even cheese. Great to serve as any meals, appetizers, snacks, and even for potlucks.

These easy-to-make Sri Lankan flatbreads are loaded with delicious fish sambal fillings. A tasty snack to satisfy your food cravings. The Fish Roti and the Vegetable ( Marakari/Elawalu) Roties are one of Sri Lankan’s most popular street-foods.

Fish Roties can be used as a meal, snack or even as an appetizer. Go for it! These are truly great and can be had at any time of the day.

March 3, 2020April 22, 2021

One-Pot Chili – An easy to make comfort food

This easy-to-make chili is made using just one pot using very little ingredients and with very little effort. Have a bowl of this healthy chili.

We love chili and make them often for dinner. Especially the one-pot chili recipe. It’s the kind of comfort food any Canadian would go for to escape the winter and to enjoy a heartwarming meal.

With only a few essential ingredients in hand, you can create the best tasting chili in just one pot stovetop. A steaming bowl of this chili will surely satisfy your food cravings as well as your hunger. You will come back for a second round with a meal like this.