Let’s be honest, Thai eggplant, also known as Thalana Batu, isn’t winning any beauty contests. It’s small, pale, sometimes bitter, and often overlooked at the market. For many people, it’s one of those vegetables you walk past without a second thought. But here’s the surprise: when cooked the right way, Thalana Batu transforms completely. This is the kind of recipe that proves great flavor doesn’t depend on good looks. If you’ve ever avoided Thai eggplant, this is your sign t

I finally experimented with a green vs. golden kiwi curry , and the results were way more exciting than I expected! Both versions were made using the exact same curry base, but the flavor profiles turned out surprisingly different. The green kiwi curry (which I’m sharing today) has a sharper tang and a refreshing brightness. The golden kiwi curry , on the other hand, was naturally sweeter, less sour, and beautifully smooth. If I had to pick a winner, golden kiwi takes the cro

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If you're looking for a deeply flavorful vegan dish that holds its own against meat-based curries, Sri Lankan Mushroom Curry should...

This dish was never meant to happen — but I’m so glad it did. What started as a simple bean stir-fry quickly took a surprising turn when...

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Let me introduce you to a dish that has officially ruined plain rice for us: Carrot Rice. This gem of a recipe was created by my lovely...

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Even though you've seen pineapple playing a part in Asian dishes, have you ever tried a pineapple curry on its own? This pineapple curry...

Kangkong is a long, leafy green vegetable with hollow stems that grow in water or damp soil. It's quite famous among Asian cuisine and...

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A variation of the Sri Lankan hot butter cuttlefish recipe, a spicy and delicious side dish or snack that your vegetarian friends will...

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T his cucumber and mint raita, inspired by Indian cuisine, is my unique take on the traditional dish. With just enough yogurt to coat the...

We have often seen beetroots used in salads, but have you tried the vegan, gluten-free beetroot curry yet? Sri Lanka is quite famous when...

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