Sri Lankan Lunu Miris Recipe

Name: Sri Lankan Lunu Miris Recipe
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 medium-sized red onions, finely chopped; 2-3 dried red chilies, soaked in warm water; 1-2 fresh green chilies (optional, for extra heat); 1 tbsp maldive fish flakes (optional); 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp salt (or to taste); 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance flavors); A small piece of tamarind (optional)

5 steps

Enjoy the robust and spicy flavors of this traditional Sri Lankan lunu miris!

Updated at: Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:16:33 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories22.1 kcal (1%)

Total Fat0.4 g (1%)

Carbs3.8 g (1%)

Sugars1.7 g (2%)

Protein1 g (2%)

Sodium654.7 mg (33%)

Fiber1.4 g (5%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

2red onions

medium-sized, finely chopped

2dried red chilies

soaked in warm water

1fresh green chilies

optional, for extra heat

1 Tbspmaldive fish flakes

optional

1 Tbsplime juice

1 tspsalt

or to taste

1 tspsugar

optional, to balance flavors

tamarind

small, optional

Instructions

Step 1

Prepare Ingredients: Soak the dried red chilies in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Blend Ingredients: In a mortar and pestle or a food processor, combine the chopped red onions, soaked red chilies, fresh green chilies (if using), and maldive fish flakes. Pound or blend the ingredients into a coarse paste. If using a food processor, pulse to avoid over-processing.

Step 3

Add Seasonings: Add lime juice, salt, and sugar to the mixture. If using tamarind, add a small piece and mix well. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.

Step 4

Mix Well: Ensure all ingredients are well combined and the paste has a consistent texture.

Step 5

Serve: Serve the lunu miris as a condiment with rice, hoppers, roti, or any other Sri Lankan dish. It pairs especially well with boiled malanga roots and coconut-based curries.