Glossary

Clay Chatty

A deep lightly glazed clay bowl used in Sri Lankan cuisine to cook directly on the heat.

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Floury vs. waxy potatoes

Waxy potatoes tend to hold their shape and remain firm and compact when boiled. Floury potatoes become fluffy and airy inside and are best used for baking, roasting, mashing and deep-frying. Due to their low sugar content they tend to fall apart when boiled.

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Silverside

Cut of beef from the rear of the animal, used for boiling, stews, casseroles and mince.

 
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