String Hoppers (Idiyappam)
String Hoppers, or Idiyappam, are delicate steamed rice flour noodles traditionally served in Sri Lanka as a breakfast or dinner staple. They are often accompanied by coconut sambol, curry, or dhal, highlighting their versatility and cultural significance in Sri Lankan cuisine.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups
- about 1 cup
- 1/2 tsp
- 1 tbsp
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Sri Lankan
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Idiyappam is believed to have origins in South Indian Tamil cuisine and was integrated into Sri Lankan culinary traditions through cultural exchanges and migrations over centuries.
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