Muhudu Kukula (literally "sea rooster") is a distinctive Sri Lankan dry fish known for its tender flesh and clean, sweet-savoury flavour. Traditionally fried crisp or cooked into a coconut-milk curry.

Rinse briefly, soak for 10 minutes, drain and fry until lightly golden. Finish in a quick coconut curry with onion, curry leaves, pandan, garlic and Sri Lankan curry powder. Serve with rice and a sambol.

Ceylo stocks authentic Muhudu Kukula along with our wider Sri Lankan dry fish range. Order online and we deliver Sri Lankan groceries to your door across the UK.

Milder and slightly sweeter than tuna-family dry fish like Bala or Kelawalla. A gentle introduction to Sri Lankan karawala if you are new to dry fish.

Yes — only fish and salt, sun-dried in the traditional Sri Lankan way. No artificial preservatives, naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.