Sri Lankan
Lunu Miris
“A fiery condiment of red onions and chilies, laced with the umami of Maldive fish.”
Easy15 min
Where it comes from
Lunu miris is a staple in Sinhalese households, often served with hoppers or rice, reflecting the island's love for spicy accompaniments.
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What goes into it
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How it's made
- 1
Finely chop red onions and bird's eye chilies.
- 2
Mix with Maldive fish and lime juice.
- 3
Mash into a coarse paste.
- 4
Season with salt to taste.
- 5
Serve as a condiment.
