Good morning to all my Hive friends! The traditional village-style Ambarella dish captures the authentic flavor of Sri Lankan home cooking — both delightful and nutritious. Ambarella, also known as the June plum, naturally carries a tangy and spicy taste that blends beautifully with the mix of local spices and chili. Adding a bit of sugar helps to balance its sourness perfectly.

In the rural cooking method, the use of fresh, natural ingredients and simple techniques brings out the wholesome richness of this fruit, resulting in a dish that is not only healthy but also deeply satisfying. Rich in vitamins and fiber, this Ambarella curry is a wonderful addition to any nutritious meal, representing the essence of Sri Lankan village cuisine — simple, pure, and full of life.

Ingredients...

Ambarella 300g. 1 Onion. 2 pods of Kochi chillies. 2 pieces of cinnamon. About 4 cloves of garlic. 2 Teaspoon of chili powder. Salt as needed. 1/2 Teaspoon of mustard powder. 1/2 teaspoon of curry powder. 1/2 Teaspoon of Fenugreek seed. 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder. curry leaves. 3 Cup of water. 2 or 3 teaspoon of sugar. 1 Tablespoon of coconut oil.

The order of preparation.

Step 1:-

First, I cut the ambarella fruits in half and placed them on the stove to boil well. After boil , I removed the skin and set them aside.

Step 2:-

Next, I finely chopped the onions, garlic, and kochchi chilies.

Step 3:-

Next, I placed a pan on the stove and added about one tablespoon of coconut oil. Once the oil was heated, I added fenugreek seeds, garlic, cinnamon, onions, curry leaves, and kochchi chilies, allowing them to sauté for a while until fragrant.

Step 4:-

Now, I added curry powder, chili powder, turmeric powder, and mustard powder to the mixture and stirred everything well until all the spices were nicely combined.

Step 5:-

Next, I added the roasted ambarella pieces and mixed everything well to combine.

Step 6:-

Next, I added about three cups of water, and once it began to boil, I added around three teaspoons of sugar. After mixing well, I removed it from the stove.

By preparing Ambarella curry in this traditional rural way, we get the chance to reconnect with our old culinary traditions and experience the simple beauty of Sri Lankan home-style cooking. It allows us to appreciate how fresh, natural ingredients can be transformed into a warm, nourishing, and flavorful dish.

This is a wonderful recipe to share with your family, especially during Ambarella season, when the fruits are fresh and plentiful — bringing the authentic taste of the village right to your table.