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| Course | Snack, appetizer, short eat |
|---|---|
| Region or state | Sri Lanka |
| Associated cuisine | Sri Lankan cuisine |
| Main ingredients | Flaked fish (tuna or mackerel), onion, green chilies, ginger, garlic, spices (turmeric, chili powder, black pepper), wheat flour, butter/margarine |
| Similar dishes | Empanada, curry puff |
| Other information | Popular as a tea-time snack and street food |
Fish patties (Sinhala: මාළු පැටිස්) are a deep-fried snack in Sri Lanka, characterised by a savory fish (typically mackerel or tuna) and potato filling encased in a crisp, golden-brown pastry shell. They are a staple at tea time, parties, and as a readily available short eat from bakeries and street vendors across the island. The shape of the patties – often crescent or half-moon – are similar to Spanish empanadas and Southeast Asian curry puffs.
