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SRI LANKA
Island country in South Asia
Lies in the Indian Ocean southwest of India
22 million inhabitants
Developing country
Many different cultures, languages & ethnicities
Kottu, also known as Kottu Roti, is a popular Sri Lankan street food dish made with chopped up roti bread, mixed with a variety of ingredients such as vegetables, eggs, meat and spices.
Kottu also reflects the country's cultural diversity through its wide range of variations. From vegetarian options filled with colorful vegetables to meat-packed versions featuring chicken, beef, or seafood, there's a kottu for every palate. Each region and even individual vendors may have their own unique twists and secret spice blends, adding to the culinary tapestry of Sri Lanka.
Originally a dish born out of necessity, kottu was created as a way to repurpose leftover roti bread, transforming it into a flavorful and satisfying meal. Over time, it evolved into a beloved street food staple enjoyed by people from all walks of life.
CHILI - Sri Lanka, India, China, Pakistan
LIME - Sri Lanka
CURRY LEAVES - India, Sri Lanka
CORIANDER - Sri Lanka
SALT - India, China, Thailand, Pakistan, New Zeeland
PEPPER - Sri Lanka
India
GARLIC - China
SUGAR - India, United Arab Emirates, Thailand, Mauritius, South Korea
CINNAMON - Sri Lanka
YEAST - European countries (Germany)
FLOUR - China, India
OIL- Indonesia, Malaysia
WHERE DOES IT GO?
724 tons (55%) of the total waste collected in Sri Lanka is food waste (source: study conducted by IWMI and FAO 2023)
post-harvest losses due to inadequate storage facilities, transportation inefficiencies and poor handling practices
Rice and grain products: thrown away if not used immediately
Fish and seafood: can spoil rapidly and are often waisted
Milk, yogurt and other dairy products: are discarded when they reach their expiration date or are not consumed in time
"THE TERRITORY AND THE TRADITION"
IT'S BEING TALKED ABOUT
"STREET FOOD IS THE REAL WITNESS OF THE IDENTITY OF A PEOPLE"
Source: streetfoody
S T R E E T F O O D
" Street food offers a taste of the world in a single bite"
Has the power to bring people from different walks of life together, fostering a sense of unity
Catches attention of those from every social class which breaks down barriers
Street food industry protects traditional recipes that run through ancestry lines
Food stalls are often owned and handled by family
Has become a symbol of authenticity and tradition in a world dominated by fast food chains and mass-produced meals
Ability to crate a familial network within specific global communities and enhance levels of inclusivity
IMPORTANCE OF ACCESSIBILITY
Street food provides sustenance and nutrition to major groups of the population and helps to keep food security safe
people with very little to no income depend on street foods every day to support themselves and their families
DEVELOPMENT
rise of social media and food blogging brought street food into the spotlight
people are willing to travel far to try the latest food trends and to experience the vibrant street food scenes of different cities
STREET FOOD SRI LANKA
accessible and affordable for many Sri Lankans
providing budgetfriendly option for satisfying meals, sepecially for those with lower incomes or travelers on a tight budget
many street food vendors are parts of local communities, often representing traditional family recipes passed down through generations
purchasing streed food is thus an experience intertwined with community and tradition
sreet food in Sri Lanka serves not only as a source of sustenance but also as a vital component of culture, community and culinary identity
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