Another very popular and genuinely Sri Lankan dish would be the much-loved local chicken curry. To prepare this hearty dish, a variety of spices are added to create the curry's strong flavour. The selection of spices includes curry powder, turmeric, chilli powder and several other traditional condiments. When preparing this dish, the succulent chicken is first soaked in coconut oil after which it is stewed with various spices. Chicken curry is typically served accompanied by rice. You will find that the spices enhance and add to the flavour of the chicken in this dish.