Mun Kawum – A beautiful sweet made small, round cakes.

  • Mun Kawum, also known as Mung Kavum, is a delicious and traditional Sri Lankan sweet enjoyed during special occasions.
  • The base is often made with mung dal (green gram) flour, giving it a slightly grainy texture.
  • Cardamom and sometimes other spices like cloves or nutmeg are often incorporated, adding a warm and aromatic touch to the sweetness.
  • Despite its festive appeal, Mun Kawum requires minimal ingredients and can be shaped into beautiful diamond shapes for an elegant presentation.
  • Enjoy the unique combination of sweetness, spice, and nuttiness with Sri Lankan Mun Kawum!
Suitable for
: Vegetarian
Ingredients
: Mung Dal Flour , Sugar, Jaggery (palm sugar) might be used traditionally, but sugar is a common substitute, Ghee or Clarified Butter, Cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, or even a pinch of salt, Cashews or Almonds (optional)
Category
: Sweets
Place of Origin
: Sri Lanka