String Hoppers

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 15

Sri Lankan String Hoppers recipe

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 1/2 cups rice flour ( brown or white )
	1/2 cup bread flour
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	220 ml boiling water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

200

Sugar

Fat

0.5g

String hoppers are a traditional dish from Sri Lanka, typically consumed for breakfast or dinner. They are made from rice flour and water, which is formed into thin noodle-like threads. The dish is often served with coconut sambal or curry and is a popular food item in Sri Lankan cuisine.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, sift the rice flour and bread flour together.
2.	Add salt and gradually pour boiling water into the bowl, mixing it well with a spoon until a soft dough is formed.
3.	Take a small handful of the dough and put it into a string hopper press.
4.	Press the dough through the string hopper press onto a heatproof plate.
5.	Steam the string hoppers for 6-7 minutes in a steamer or until cooked through.
6.	Repeat the process with the remaining dough.

PROS

String hoppers are light and easy to digest.

They are gluten-free and vegan friendly.

CONS

String hoppers are a simple carbohydrate, so they are high in calories and may not be suitable for those on a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

String hoppers are a good source of carbohydrates that can provide energy for the body.
They are also low in fat and contain some fiber that can improve digestion.
Additionally, rice flour is rich in vitamins and minerals, including iron, which is essential for maintaining healthy blood cells.