Malsha Madhuhansi

Decadent Chocolate Pudding Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka Celebrate the weekend with this simple and delicious chocolate pudding! Ingredients: 1 ½ cups of milk or fresh milk ¼ cup of cornflakes ¼ cup of sugar 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder Instructions: In a bowl, combine ½ cup of milk with the cocoa powder and cornflakes. Mix well until there are no large pieces. Strain the chocolate milk mixture into a pot on the stove. Add the remaining milk and sugar to the pot. Cook on low heat, stirring continuously to prevent lumps and sticking. When the mixture starts to thicken, remove the pot from the heat. Immediately pour the mixture into pudding bowls. Allow the pudding to set in the refrigerator for 4-5 hours until thoroughly chilled. Before serving, sprinkle with a bit of cocoa powder on top. Enjoy your creamy, chocolatey treat! ...

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Kola Kenda: Sri Lankan Herbal Porridge – By Malsha – eLanka Kola Kenda is a wholesome herbal porridge that we Sri Lankans love to devour for a weekend breakfast. The richness of coconut, combined with the unbelievable flavors of various herbs and their nourishment, all in one bowl, is all you need to start your day bright and fresh. This traditional dish, typically eaten before breakfast, is very nutritious. This recipe serves four. Ingredients: Green leaves, loosely packed in a 500ml container (You may use Gotukola, Karapincha Mukunuwenna, Ranawara, Welpenela, Polpala, Iramusu, Hathawariya, Elabatu, Aligetapera, Erabadu, or a mix of any of these) 1 1/2 cups of cooked rice (prepared from white or red raw rice) About 1 liter of water 7-8 heaped tablespoons of coconut powder 1 teaspoon of salt Instructions: Crush the cooked rice with 1 cup of water for 10 seconds in an electric blender and pour ...

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Gal muscat Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 100g bread flour 200g brown sugar 400ml condensed coconut milk 100g watermelon 1/2 tsp salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Prepare the Dates: Remove the seeds from the dates and cut them into small pieces. Place the dates in a bowl and add enough water to cover them. Let them soak for about 10 minutes. Caramelize the Sugar: Add 1 tablespoon of sugar to a pan and heat until the sugar turns black. Incorporate Coconut Milk and Brown Sugar: Gradually add the condensed coconut milk to the pan with the caramelized sugar. Add the brown sugar and stir until fully dissolved. Add Flavorings and Dates: Once the sugar is dissolved, add the salt and vanilla extract. Drain the dates and add them to the mixture. Let it boil for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. Combine with Bread Flour: Add the bread flour ...

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Vesak Festival in Sri Lanka: A Celebration of Light and Enlightenment – By Malsha – eLanka Vesak, also known as Buddha Purnima, is one of the most significant and widely celebrated festivals in Sri Lanka, marking the birth, enlightenment, and death (Parinirvana) of Gautama Buddha. Observed on the day of the full moon in the month of Vesakha (usually May), this sacred occasion is a time for reflection, devotion, and festive joy across the island nation. Historical and Religious Significance The Vesak festival traces its roots to the ancient Buddhist traditions and scriptures. It commemorates the three pivotal events in the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha: his birth in Lumbini, Nepal; his enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India; and his passing away at Kushinagar, India. These events are seen as milestones in the Buddhist journey towards the cessation of suffering and the attainment of Nirvana. In ...

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Coconut Oil Garlic Bread with Coriander – By Malsha – eLanka   A healthier and flavorful twist on traditional garlic bread, this recipe uses coconut oil and fresh coriander for a unique taste. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups bread flour 1/4 cup warm milk (can be made from powdered milk) 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon yeast 1 tablespoon coconut oil A pinch of salt 2 tablespoons softened butter 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves 3 cloves garlic, chopped Instructions: Prepare the Yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir well and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast has activated. Make the Dough: Add the bread flour and a pinch of salt to the yeast mixture. Knead the mixture by hand until it starts to come together. Add the coconut oil and continue to knead until the dough forms a ...

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A Taste of Sri Lanka: Pol Sambol, A Flavorful Journey Home – By Malsha – eLanka In every Sri Lankan’s heart, the mere mention of “Pol Sambol” sets taste buds tingling, no matter where they are in the world or the time of day. To me, this humble side dish embodies the essence of Sri Lanka itself. Ingredients: 1 cup shredded coconut 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves 1/4″ piece of ginger 2-3 dried red chilies (soaked) 4-5 curry leaves 1 small tomato Handful of Maldive fish 1 tsp red chili powder Salt & lime to taste Instructions: Grind aromatics (onion, garlic, ginger, curry leaves, soaked dry chili) with salt into a paste. Slowly add shredded coconut and Maldive fish, continuing to grind. Season with lime juice and chili powder. And there you have it – a simple yet flavorful Coconut Sambol, a taste of Sri Lanka brought to ...

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Creamy Potato Milk Toffee Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka Potato Toffee, a beloved delicacy in Sri Lanka, transcends expectations with its divine taste and creamy texture. Don’t let any preconceived notions about potatoes deter you from experiencing the sheer delight of this Potato Milk Toffee. Here’s how to create this culinary masterpiece: Ingredients: 450g Sugar 300g Boiled Potatoes 1 tsp Vanilla 400g Condensed Milk Ground Cardamom 1 ½ tbsp Butter Method: Finely mash potatoes until no lumps remain. In a pan, combine mashed potatoes and sugar, stirring until the sugar thoroughly blends with the potatoes. Add condensed milk to the mixture and stir until well combined. Incorporate ground cardamom and vanilla, stirring continuously over low heat. As the mixture thickens, add butter, ensuring constant stirring. Once the mixture reaches a thick consistency and no longer sticks to the pan, turn off the heat. Flatten the mixture onto a wooden ...

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Creamy Green Gram Milk Rice : A Festive Treat – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 400g White Raw Rice 125g Green Gram 2 ½ to 3 cups Thick Coconut Milk 2 teaspoons Salt 4 cups Water Method: Begin by soaking the green gram overnight, ideally for at least 12 hours. Thoroughly wash the soaked green gram before use. Similarly, wash the raw rice meticulously and place both the rice and green gram in a cooking pot. Add enough water to cover the rice and green gram, then cook as you would for normal rice. While the rice cooks, mix salt with coconut milk, ensuring an even distribution of salt throughout. Once the rice is cooked, add the salted coconut milk to the pot. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and absorbs all the coconut milk. Ensure the green gram is cooked adequately before turning off the flame. Transfer the creamy ...

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Flavorful Sri Lankan Dhal Curry Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 1 cup Red lentils 2.5 cups Water 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder 1/2 Red onion, sliced 1 clove Garlic, chopped 1 sprig Curry leaves 1/2 cup Coconut milk 1 tsp Chilli flakes (optional) 1/2 Pandan leaves, cut into three Tempering: 1 tbsp Oil (coconut, canola, vegetable, or olive oil) 1 tsp Mustard seeds 1 tsp Chilli flakes (optional, for spice) 1 sprig Curry leaves 1/2 Red onion, sliced 1 clove Garlic, sliced Instructions: Cooking Dhal Curry: Wash red lentils thoroughly under cold water until clean. In a medium-sized pot or clay pot, combine lentils, sliced onion, pandan leaves, sliced garlic, turmeric, salt, and water. Mix well. Place the pot over medium heat and cook for approximately 15 minutes until lentils are soft and cooked. Add coconut milk and bring to a boil. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Tempering: ...

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Authentic Sri Lankan Delight: Halapa Recipe Ingredients: 500g All-purpose flour 250g Kurakkan flour 500g Sugar 1 medium-sized scraped coconut 1 tsp Salt 25-30 Kenda Leaves 1 cup Water Method: Begin by making the syrup for the pani pol. In a pan, combine sugar, salt, and water over low heat. Simmer until the sugar dissolves, creating a thick syrup. Once the syrup thickens and starts bubbling, add the grated coconut. Stir continuously over low heat until most of the liquid evaporates. Be vigilant to prevent burning. Remove from heat while still moist; avoid overcooking to a sticky consistency. Incorporate Kurakkan flour into the pani pol mixture, ensuring thorough mixing. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and mix until a dough forms. Wash and dry the Kenda leaves. If unavailable, substitute with banana leaves or aluminum foil, though the authentic taste may differ. Take portions of the Halapa mixture and flatten onto one ...

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