Enjoy delectable dishes that seamlessly blend tradition, spices, and seafood in the coastal town of Negombo, Sri Lanka. Here are the top 5 must-try seafood dishes for a tantalizing culinary journey during your visit.
Kottu
The combination of stir-fried meat, fish, egg, and vegetables mixed with chopped roti can be enhanced with prawns or crab for an extra punch of flavor. This ultimate comfort food for Sri Lankans originated in Tamil-speaking communities in the country. You can enjoy this unique Sri Lankan dish at various restaurants in Negombo.
Sri Lankan Rice and Curry
It is worth trying this popular national dish, a staple food for Sri Lankans, which features a diversity of flavors ranging from dhal curry to seafood or meat. You can enjoy these dishes at resorts such as Bolagala Agro Floating Resort while indulging in an international lunch buffet.
Egg rice and Fish
If you are looking for a simple yet satisfying dish, egg rice and fish are ideal. This simple dish can be found at roadside stalls.
Seafood
Your meal wouldn’t be complete without this signature offering in Negombo. You can enjoy a variety of dishes, such as grilled calamari and spicy crab curries made with squid, crabs, prawns, and fish.
