Mallum
Sri Lankan

Mallum

A vibrant mix of greens and shredded coconut, enlivened with mustard and lime.

Easy25 min

Where it comes from

Mallum is a quintessential Sri Lankan dish, often served as a side, reflecting the island's abundance of leafy greens and coconuts.

On the Palate

HeatRichnessComplexityFermentFreshness

What goes into it

How it's made

  1. 1

    Wash and chop kale finely.

  2. 2

    Toss with shredded coconut, turmeric, and chilies.

  3. 3

    Add mustard seeds and lime juice.

  4. 4

    Massage mixture until well combined.

  5. 5

    Serve fresh as a side dish.

Dishes like this

More from Sri Lankan