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A traditional Sri Lankan dessert

Watalappam[edit]

Watalappam is a traditional Sri Lankan dessert, particularly popular among the Moor community. It is a rich and creamy pudding made primarily from coconut milk, jaggery, eggs, and a blend of spices such as cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg.

History[edit]

Watalappam is believed to have been introduced to Sri Lanka by Malaysian immigrants during the colonial period. Over time, it has become a staple dessert in Sri Lankan households, especially during Muslim festivals such as Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.

Ingredients[edit]

The main ingredients of Watalappam include:

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of Watalappam involves several steps:

The jaggery is melted and mixed with coconut milk to form a smooth mixture.
Eggs are beaten and added to the mixture, along with ground cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg.
The mixture is poured into a baking dish and optionally topped with cashew nuts.
It is then steamed or baked until set.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Watalappam holds a special place in Sri Lankan culture, particularly among the Muslim community. It is often served during festive occasions and family gatherings. The dessert is a symbol of hospitality and is commonly shared with neighbors and friends during celebrations.

Variations[edit]

While the traditional recipe remains popular, there are several variations of Watalappam. Some recipes include additional ingredients such as vanilla or rose water to enhance the flavor. Others may substitute jaggery with brown sugar or palm sugar.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Watalappam''' is a traditional [[Sri Lankan]] dessert that is predominantly made by the [[Sri Lankan Moors]]. The dessert is also popular among other ethnic communities in Sri Lanka and is often served during festive occasions.
+{{Short description|A traditional Sri Lankan dessert}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-==Etymology==
+==Watalappam==
-The term "Watalappam" is derived from the [[Tamil language|Tamil]] words "vattal" meaning "round" and "appam" meaning "cake". Thus, the term can be loosely translated to mean "round cake".
+[[File:Watalappan-Sri_Lanka.jpg|thumb|right|A serving of Watalappam]]
+'''Watalappam''' is a traditional [[Sri Lankan cuisine|Sri Lankan]] dessert, particularly popular among the [[Sri Lankan Moors|Moor community]]. It is a rich and creamy pudding made primarily from [[coconut milk]], [[jaggery]], [[eggs]], and a blend of [[spices]] such as [[cardamom]], [[cloves]], and [[nutmeg]].
-==Ingredients and Preparation==
+==History==
-Watalappam is primarily made from [[coconut milk]], [[jaggery]], [[cashew nuts]], and [[eggs]]. The jaggery, which is a type of unrefined sugar, is used to sweeten the dessert. The eggs and coconut milk form the base of the dessert, giving it a custard-like consistency. Cashew nuts are often used as a garnish.
+Watalappam is believed to have been introduced to [[Sri Lanka]] by [[Malaysian]] immigrants during the colonial period. Over time, it has become a staple dessert in Sri Lankan households, especially during [[Muslim]] festivals such as [[Ramadan]] and [[Eid al-Fitr]].
-To prepare Watalappam, the jaggery is first dissolved in a small amount of warm water. The eggs are then beaten and mixed with the jaggery solution. Coconut milk is added to this mixture and stirred until well combined. The mixture is then strained to remove any lumps and poured into a mould. The mould is covered and steamed until the mixture sets. The dessert is then cooled and garnished with cashew nuts before serving.
+==Ingredients==
+The main ingredients of Watalappam include:
+* [[Coconut milk]]
+* [[Jaggery]]
+* [[Eggs]]
+* [[Cardamom]]
+* [[Cloves]]
+* [[Nutmeg]]
+* [[Cashew nuts]] (optional)
+==Preparation==
+The preparation of Watalappam involves several steps:
+# The [[jaggery]] is melted and mixed with [[coconut milk]] to form a smooth mixture.
+# [[Eggs]] are beaten and added to the mixture, along with ground [[cardamom]], [[cloves]], and [[nutmeg]].
+# The mixture is poured into a baking dish and optionally topped with [[cashew nuts]].
+# It is then steamed or baked until set.
 ==Cultural Significance==
-Watalappam holds a significant place in Sri Lankan cuisine. It is often served during special occasions such as [[Eid al-Fitr]] and [[Eid al-Adha]], which are important festivals in the Islamic calendar. The dessert is also popular during other Sri Lankan festivals and celebrations.
+Watalappam holds a special place in [[Sri Lankan culture]], particularly among the [[Muslim]] community. It is often served during festive occasions and family gatherings. The dessert is a symbol of hospitality and is commonly shared with neighbors and friends during celebrations.
+==Variations==
+While the traditional recipe remains popular, there are several variations of Watalappam. Some recipes include additional ingredients such as [[vanilla]] or [[rose water]] to enhance the flavor. Others may substitute [[jaggery]] with [[brown sugar]] or [[palm sugar]].
-==See Also==
+==Related pages==
 * [[Sri Lankan cuisine]]
-* [[List of desserts]]
+* [[Sri Lankan Moors]]
+* [[Coconut milk]]
+* [[Jaggery]]
+[[Category:Sri Lankan desserts]]
 [[Category:Sri Lankan cuisine]]
-[[Category:Desserts]]
+[[Category:Puddings]]
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