Kiribath [SEP] country of origin
Lanka.
Etymology.
The word is a compound with a transparent meaning in the Sinhala language, where "kiri" (කිරි) means "milk" and "bath" ( බත්) means "rice".
History.
The origins of Kiribath are not clear, although the dish seems to be unique to Sri Lanka.
It is said that Sujata offered kiribath to Gautama Buddha whilst he was meditating under the Bodhi Tree, just before attaining enlightenment.
It has now become a traditional dish and
, pittu, kiribath, wholemeal roti, string hoppers, wattalapam (a rich pudding of Malay origin made of coconut milk, jaggery, cashew nuts, eggs, and spices including cinnamon and nutmeg), kottu, and hoppers. Jackfruit may sometimes replace rice. Traditionally food is served on a plantain leaf or lotus leaf.
Middle Eastern influences and practices are found in traditional Moor dishes, while Dutch and Portuguese influences are found with the island's Burgher community preserving their culture through traditional dishes such as Lamprais (rice cooked