S.H. Fernando – författare

A New York Times Notable cookbook—now updated with newrecipes, photographs and notes on Sri Lankan culture and cuisine!“A terrific introduction to a great culinary tradition aboutwhich egregiously little is known. Well researched, authentic, andeasy-to-follow recipes.” ―Anthony Bourdain (on the first edition)S.H. Fernando takes readers on an unforgettable culinary journeythrough Sri Lanka, where a typical meal is simply referred to as “rice &curry.” Demystifying ingredients, spices and flavors to prove that Sri LankanFood is a healthy option, Fernando gives us the best of generations of folkcooking traditions as well as time-saving tips and menu suggestions for themodern cook.This new edition has been revised and updated with over 100easy-to-follow recipes; an introduction to Sri Lanka’s history, culture, andcuisine; a detailed up-to-date travel section with for visitors; acomprehensive spice guide, sidebars on ingredients, techniques and notableaspects of Sri Lanka’s cuisine, and stunning color photos throughout.Sample recipes:·       RoastedCurry Powder·       SpicyLentil Fritters (Masala Vadai)·       DuckCurry with Arrack (Thara Curry)·       Hoppers (Appa)·       LambBiryani·       Leela'sChilaw Crab Curry (Kakuluwo Curry)·       ChiliSambol (Katta Sambol)·       MangoCurry (Amba Curry)·       Shymala'sCoconut Custard Pudding (Wattalampan)

“A terrific introduction to a great culinary tradition about which egregiously little is known. Well researched, authentic, and easy-to-follow recipes.”—Anthony BourdainS.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 PowderSpicy Lentil Fritters (Masala Vadai)Coconut Milk Gravy (Kiri Hodhi)Hoppers (Appa)Lamb BiryaniLeela's Chilaw Crab Curry (Kakuluwo Curry)Fish Mustard Curry (Abba Kiri Malu)Mango Curry (Amba Curry)Shymala's Coconut Custard Pudding (Wattalampan)<