Focus exclusively on mastering hoppers and string hoppers, Sri Lanka's most challenging traditional breakfast foods. This technique-intensive class teaches the precise batter consistency, pan temperature, and timing needed to create perfect bowl-shaped hoppers and delicate string hopper nests. You'll work with traditional hopper pans and string hopper presses. Best for breakfast food lovers. It takes 2.5 hours and is rated moderate.
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Best for breakfast food lovers
What to Expect
Batter preparation demonstration
Learn the critical fermentation and consistency requirements for hopper batter.
Hopper pan technique
Practice the swirling motion to create perfect bowl shapes in traditional pans.
String hopper press training
Master the pressure and timing needed for delicate string hopper nests.
Egg hopper variations
Learn to crack eggs into hoppers without breaking the delicate edges.
Breakfast feast
Enjoy your creations with traditional coconut sambal and curry accompaniments.
Highlights
Master two of Sri Lanka's most technical breakfast dishes
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