Rice & Curry: Sri Lankan Home Cooking
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S.H. Fernando (Author)
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"A terrific introduction to a great culinary tradition about which egregiously little is known. Well researched, authentic, and easy-to-follow recipes."
-Anthony Bourdain
S.H. Fernando takes readers on an unforgettable culinary journey through Sri Lanka, where a typical meal is simply referred to as "rice & curry." Demystifying ingredients, spices and flavors to prove that Sri Lankan Food is a healthy option, Fernando gives us the best of generations of folk cooking traditions as well as time-saving tips and menu suggestions for the modern cook.
Included are more than 100 easy-to-follow recipes; an introduction to Sri Lanka's history, culture, and cuisine; a detailed travel section for visitors; a comprehensive spice guide, and stunning color photos throughout.
Sample recipes:
Roasted Curry Powder
Spicy Lentil Fritters (Masala Vadai)
Coconut Milk Gravy (Kiri Hodhi)
Hoppers (Appa)
Lamb Biryani
Leela's Chilaw Crab Curry (Kakuluwo Curry)
Fish Mustard Curry (Abba Kiri Malu)
Mango Curry (Amba Curry)
Shymala's Coconut Custard Pudding (Wattalampan)
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About the Author
Writer, producer, and gastronaut S.H. Fernando Jr., aka "Skiz," guided TV host Anthony Bourdain on a culinary tour of Sri Lanka for an episode of the popular Travel Channel series, No Reservations with Anthony Bourdain. Formerly the executive chef at the Capitol Skyline Hotel in Washington, D.C., Fernando currently organizes supper clubs and pop-ups, and conducts cooking classes. He also leads culinary tours to Sri Lanka (www.skizsoriginal.com). Fernando blogs about spicy food at: www.riceandcurry.wordpress.com. He is also host and producer of two popular YouTube series: Pan Asian, a cooking show, and Off The Eaten Path (www.youtube.com/user/ThaILLST).
More Details
- Contributor: S.H. Fernando
- Imprint: Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S.
- ISBN13: 9780781812733
- Number of Pages: 209
- Packaged Dimensions: 190x228mm
- Packaged Weight: 589
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S.
- Release Date: 2011-11-17
- Binding: Paperback / softback
- Biography: Writer, producer, and gastronaut S.H. Fernando Jr., aka "Skiz," guided TV host Anthony Bourdain on a culinary tour of Sri Lanka for an episode of the popular Travel Channel series, No Reservations with Anthony Bourdain. Formerly the executive chef at the Capitol Skyline Hotel in Washington, D.C., Fernando currently organizes supper clubs and pop-ups, and conducts cooking classes. He also leads culinary tours to Sri Lanka (www.skizsoriginal.com). Fernando blogs about spicy food at: www.riceandcurry.wordpress.com. He is also host and producer of two popular YouTube series: Pan Asian, a cooking show, and Off The Eaten Path (www.youtube.com/user/ThaILLST).
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