How To Make A Maldivian Fish Curry - Taste Of Maldives By Veligandu

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers are milder and healthier, while jalapeños are often cheaper.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile, and dried cilantro is more cost-effective.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add finely sliced onions and sauté until translucent.

Stir in finely chopped garlic and julienned ginger, cooking until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes, curry leaves, and pandan leaves, cooking until softened.

Incorporate the dried gamboge, fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, Maldivian chilli, fish curry powder, chili powder, and turmeric powder, stirring well.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add the fresh fish cubes and cook until tender, seasoning with salt to taste.

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