Taste the Soul of Sri Lanka
Award-winning sambols, hoppers, meal kits and chutneys, handmade in small batches in Sri Lanka and delivered to your door. Discover our 100% natural range that has captivated the UK since 2017.
Red Coconut Pol Sambol
£6.00
The Pioneer of Sri Lankan Flavours in the UK
RUCI is the pioneer brand to bring authentic, award-winning iconic Sri Lankan Sambols and flavours to the British mainstream. A premium Sri Lankan food brand created to share the true taste of the island through sambols, chutneys, hoppers, meal kits and curated gifts. Inspired by traditional recipes, authentic ingredients and Sri Lanka's rich food culture, our products are made to bring bold flavour, heritage and meaning to modern tables.
What makes us different is the care behind everything we do, from using 100% natural ingredients and supporting small producers and artisan makers, to making conscious choices for the planet with 95% recyclable packaging.
As Seen on TV
ITV Saturday Morning
Our Founder Thana on James Martin's Saturday Morning
We were thrilled to showcase RUCI on ITV, sharing our founder Thana's story and watching celebrity chef James Martin cook with our Red Coconut Sambol and Spicy Lime Chutney.
Sri Lankan Recipes for Every Home Cook
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Sri Lankan Sambol Toast with Fried Egg
The fastest way to experience Sri Lankan breakfast culture. Spicy, creamy and addictive on sourdough.
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Pirattal Chicken Curry and Rice
Deep, aromatic and warming, a Sri Lankan classic meal in under an hour.
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Classic Egg Hoppers
Sri Lanka's iconic breakfast bowl, crispy fermented rice pancakes cradling a soft egg.
Every jar you buy changes a life in rural Sri Lanka
We spend 10% of our income supporting rural communities in Sri Lanka, because we believe lack of economic opportunity has been the root of conflict for too long. We source ingredients ethically, where possible direct from farmers, at fair prices. We support rural artisan producers to earn a livelihood.
Women's Employment
Nearly 100 workers, the majority of whom are women
Ethical Sourcing
Ingredients bought directly from farmers at fair prices
10% of Revenue
Reinvested to create rural livelihood opportunities
LOVED BY OUR CUSTOMERS
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Authentic Sambol - almost as good as the real, fresh, homemade ones we had in Hikkaduwa.
Red Coconut Pol Sambol
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My Dad absolutely loves this sambol. He is originally from Colombo - so that is high praise indeed!
Red Coconut Pol Sambol
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Loved the versatility of it - it lifts so many things with its amazing flavour.
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Give the Gift of Sri Lanka
Curated Sambol & Chutney Gift set
Pre-built, award-winning selections curated for different tastes and occasions.
Build Your Own Bundle
Visitors choose 3, 4 or 5 products and save up to 10% on the total.
Gift Cards
Digital and physical gift cards, redeemable against anything in the RUCI store. Also integrates with Lifestyle Gift Cards (lifestylegiftcards.co.uk).
Personalised Message + Gift Wrap
Add a greeting card with personal message and premium packaging at checkout.