What makes Sri Lankan fried rice unique?
Sri Lankan fried rice is unique among Sri Lankan dishes, because mainly due to the local spices, fresh vegetables (leeks, carrots, and cabbage), and local rice such as basmati or samba used. Garlic, red onion, curry leaf, pepper, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves are also used, and the flavor is often enhanced by using fried chicken, eggs, and shrimp or squid. Green peas, cashews, and raisins are also added to the rice for a different taste. Soy sauce, tomato sauce, vegetable oil, or coconut oil are other reasons for its identity. Fried rice made using such ingredients has an incomparable taste and reflects Sri Lankan culinary skills very well.