Name: Breaded Beef Spring Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Yield: 60
Ingredients: 500 g Boneless beef; 750 g Potatoes; 250 g Onion; 150 g Leeks; 4 or 5 Green chili; Few Curry leaves; 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste; 3 tablespoons Jaffna Curry powder; ½ teaspoon Turmeric powder; ½ Lime or 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Salt – As you need; Cooking oil – As you need; water as you need (1 cup); 1000 g (6 cups) All-purpose flour; 2000 ml (7 cup) Water; Salt – as you want; 250 g Breadcrumbs

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Sri Lankan Beef Rolls are a popular snack that beautifully showcases the rich flavors of Sri Lankan cuisine. These rolls consist of a spicy beef curry. It is wrapped in a thin, crispy dosa – like wrapper. This makes them an enticing treat for gatherings or as a street food delight.

The filling features tender pieces of beef. These are marinated with aromatic spices, including Jaffna curry powder, turmeric, and garlic-ginger paste. The addition of fresh vegetables like onions, leeks, and potatoes adds texture and flavor to the curry. Green chilies give a satisfying heat. A squeeze of lime at the end brightens the dish, balancing the spices.

The rolls have a unique combination of textures. The beef filling is hearty and flavorful. The wrapper is soft on the inside and crispy on the outside after frying. This contrast makes each bite enjoyable and satisfying.

The preparation involves two main components: the spicy beef curry filling and the dosa – like wrapper. The beef is first cooked with an array of spices, ensuring it absorbs all the flavors. The batter for the wrapper is made from all-purpose flour, creating a smooth consistency. These wraps are lightly pan-cooked to form a sturdy base for the beef filling. They are then rolled up and coated in breadcrumbs. Finally, they are deep-fried to golden perfection.

Sri Lankan Beef Rolls are best served hot and fresh out of the fryer. They are often accompanied by a side of spicy dipping sauce or chutney. They are perfect for parties and casual gatherings. You can also enjoy them as a delightful snack while watching a game or a movie.

These beef rolls are not just a meal. They are a culinary experience that embodies the vibrant and diverse flavors of Sri Lankan cuisine. The essence of this dish lies in its comforting spices. The tender meat and crispy exterior make it a beloved choice for many. It is especially appreciated by those who enjoy hearty, flavorful snacks. Enjoy the rich tradition and warmth this dish brings to the table!

INGREDIENTS for Sri Lankan Beef Rolls

For Curry:

500 g Boneless beef
750 g Potatoes
250 g Onion
150 g Leeks
4 or 5 Green chili
Few Curry leaves
1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
3 tablespoon Jaffna Curry powder
½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
½ Lime or 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt – As you need
Cooking oil – As you need
water as you need (1 cup)

For the Dosa (wrapper):

1000 g (6 cups) All-purpose flour
2000 ml (7 cup) Water
Salt – as you want

For Coating:

250 g Breadcrumbs

Equipment

INSTRUCTIONS for Making Delicious Sri Lankan Beef Rolls

Rinse the beef and cut it into tiny pieces. Also, cut the potato into small pieces as shown in the picture below. Besides, chop the onion, leeks, curry leaves, and green chilies. Apart from all, get ready with ginger garlic paste, lime, curry powder, turmeric powder, salt, and cooking oil.
Heat the oil and add half of the onion. Sauté them till translucent. Then add green chilies and curry leaves. Sauté them till onion starts turn to golden.
Now, add the beef, Jaffna curry powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Give a good mix.
Cook covered under high flame for 5 minutes.
Add potato and Give a good mix.
Cook covered under medium flame until all the liquid evaporates. For me, it takes about 10 minutes. Taste a piece of beef, if it is not cooked well enough add some water and cook again.
Add ginger garlic paste and mix.
Now add the rest of the onion and leeks. Stir, mix and cook for one or two minutes under medium flame.
Finally, switch off the flame and squeeze the lime. Also, adjust salt if needed and give one last good mix. This is how to make the best spicy typical Sri Lankan-style curry for beef rolls.
Take a large bowl, add all-purpose flour and salt. Mix them well. Add the water little by little while mix them using a whisk. Mix well until all dissolved thoroughly. For me, it takes about 10 minutes.
Take ¾ of the smooth batter for making the dosa (wrapper) and leave the rest for dipping the rolls.
Heat the dosa pan and make dosa as shown in the picture below. You don’t need to flip the dosa. Cook one side is enough to make the rolls.
Now put the curry on top of the dosa and make the rolls as shown in the picture below.
Do the same until you finish the beef curry.
Take the breadcrumbs and the rest of the smooth batter.
Dip each roll inside the batter and then coat them with the breadcrumbs as shown in the picture below.
Do the same to all the rolls you made.
Now heat the oil in a deep fryer. Fry the rolls under a high flame. Continue frying until they turn golden brown. For me, it takes about 4 minutes for each batch.
This is how to make the best Sri Lankan beef rolls without frozen wrappers. Serve and enjoy these typical Sri Lankan-style soft and crispy beef rolls.

A plate of freshly made Sri Lankan beef rolls, showcasing their crispy golden-brown exterior, served with a side of dipping sauce and garnished with fresh herbs.

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NOTES

I suggest you buy the beef with some fat. Don’t go with the lean beef.
If you don’t like more spiciness, reduce the number of green chilies and/or the amount of curry powder.
You can substitute ginger garlic paste to instantly mince the ginger and garlic.
If you don’t have Jaffna curry powder, you can use a substitute. Use 2 tablespoons of chili powder and 1 tablespoon of curry powder.

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Breaded Beef Spring Rolls

Yield: 60

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Assemble Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes

Sri Lankan Beef Rolls are a popular snack that beautifully showcases the rich flavors of Sri Lankan cuisine. These rolls consist of a spicy beef curry. It is wrapped in a thin, crispy dosa - like wrapper. This makes them an enticing treat for gatherings or as a street food delight.

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