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Traditional Curry Cooking Workshop

Traditional Curry Cooking Workshop - practical travel guide with honest advice.

Master authentic Sri Lankan curry techniques in this hands-on workshop covering five distinct curry styles. Work with traditional spices and coconut-based gravies to create fish ambul thiyal, jackfruit curry, and three other regional specialties. Professional instructors guide you through proper spice tempering, coconut milk extraction, and balancing sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Take home recipes and confidence to recreate these complex dishes. Best for serious home cooks wanting comprehensive skills. This is a moderate activity lasting 4 hours. See all cooking classes in Galle.

From₨5,500per person
4 hours·max 8·moderate

Best for serious home cooks wanting comprehensive skills

What to Expect

9:00
9:00am

Spice introduction and grinding session

Learn about 15 key Sri Lankan spices and their uses.

9:30
9:30am

Coconut milk extraction demonstration

Traditional method using fresh coconut and hand grater.

10:00
10:00am

Cook fish ambul thiyal and jackfruit curry

Focus on proper tempering and acid balance techniques.

11:30
11:30am

Prepare three additional curry varieties

Dal curry, potato curry, and seasonal vegetable curry.

12:30
12:30pm

Cook rice and accompaniments

Perfect rice cooking and prepare sambols and chutneys.

1:00
1:00pm

Share the meal together

Taste all five curries with rice and receive recipe booklet.

Highlights

Five complete curry recipes with detailed techniques

Booking Info

Operated byGalle Cooking School
Cancellation
Free cancellation 24h before
Accessibility
Cooking involves standing for extended periods, not wheelchair accessible
Best time to go
Morning classes offer cooler temperatures and fresh ingredients

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