Sri Lankan fish bun filled with spicy fish curry

Fish bun – beautiful, stuffed bun

  • The filling typically consists of cooked fish mixed with onions, chili peppers, and spices like curry powder, pepper, and sometimes turmeric.
  • The buns are baked until golden brown and can be enjoyed hot or cold as a delicious and satisfying snack.
  • Fish buns are commonly sold at bakeries, roadside stalls, and snack shops throughout Sri Lanka.
  • With their flavorful filling and soft bread exterior, fish buns are a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

Suitable for
: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
: Flour, fish, onions, green chilies, curry leaves, curry powder, yeast (or baking powder), salt, oil/butter”
Category
: Breakfast, Short Eats, Street Foods
Place of Origin
: Sri Lanka
Authentic Sri Lankan fish bun served as a snack
Freshly baked fish bun from a Sri Lankan bakery
Soft bread bun stuffed with Sri Lankan spiced fish
Traditional Sri Lankan fish bun known as maalu paan