Boiled Recipes

A savory, fluffy semolina porridge cooked with onions, chilies, curry leaves, and vegetables — a quick and popular Sri Lankan breakfast adapted from South Indian cooking.

Hard-boiled eggs simmered in a rich, aromatic Sri Lankan coconut milk curry — a budget-friendly, delicious, and deeply satisfying everyday dish served with rice or roti.

A thick, hearty Sri Lankan curry made with young green jackfruit (polos) cooked in a rich, spiced coconut milk gravy — a beloved vegan dish that perfectly mimics the texture of pulled meat.

A thick, earthy, nutrient-dense porridge made from finger millet (kurakkan) flour, traditionally eaten as a sustaining and healthy Sri Lankan breakfast, often sweetened with jaggery.

Cylindrical steamed dumplings made from layers of roasted rice flour and freshly grated coconut — a classic Sri Lankan breakfast served with coconut milk, banana, or curry.

Delicate, lacy steamed rice flour noodle discs, a beloved staple of Sri Lankan breakfasts served with coconut sambol and dhal curry.

A dark, complex, bitter-sweet walnut liqueur traditionally made by steeping unripe, green walnuts in alcohol with spices. A famous winter digestivo.

A delicate, elegant Venetian cocktail made exclusively with fresh white peach purée and sparkling Prosecco.

The ultimate minimalist dessert. A scoop of freezing cold, artisanal vanilla or fior di latte gelato 'drowned' in a shot of boiling hot espresso.

A staple of Neapolitan street food. Creamy mashed potatoes mixed with cheese and herbs, breaded, and deep-fried into golden cylinders.

The elegant Venetian finger sandwich. Crustless, impossibly soft white bread stuffed to the bursting point with rich, mayonnaise-based fillings.

Crispy, savory ring-shaped crackers from Puglia. Made with olive oil and white wine, and often flavored with fennel seeds, they are dangerously addictive.