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Nutritional Values

🔥480kcal
💪3gProtein
🌾90gCarbs
🥑12gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️100 gServing

* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.

Kandyan Kalu Dodol

How to order / say it
Say it මදෝල් දොදොල් — [kalu doh-dol]
Order I'll have the Kalu Dodol, please.
Locally මට කලු දොදොල් වෙන්කොට දෙන්න.
Say locally

A traditional dark, sticky confection made with coconut milk and palm sugar.

Why try it?

Kalu Dodol is a beloved sweet treat in Kandy and represents the city's skill in using coconut and jaggery. It embodies the festive spirit typically enjoyed during celebrations.

How it tastes

Rich and sweet, it features a chewy texture with a deep caramel and coconut flavor. The aroma of roasted rice flour adds a subtle earthiness.

Origin & History — first documented: 1847

Originating in the 19th century, this dessert became popular in Kandy due to its delicate balance of flavors. It has become a staple during Vesak festivals and traditional gatherings.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥛 500 ml coconut milk
  • 🍯 300 g jaggery
  • 🌾 150 g rice flour
  • 🧂 5 cardamom pods
  • 🥜 100 g cashew nuts
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt

Method

  1. 1 Boil coconut milk with jaggery until the jaggery melts.
  2. 2 Add rice flour and cardamom, stirring continuously.
  3. 3 Cook until thick and add cashews.
  4. 4 Pour into a greased dish and cool to set.

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