Kandhi: Super easy Maldivian Dessert with Coconut milk

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

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

Boil water in a pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in chopped green chili and curry leaves; cook for another minute.

Add fish pieces and cook until they start to flake, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and stir gently; simmer for 5 minutes.

Season with salt, pepper, and turmeric; adjust to taste.

Add lime juice and stir to combine.

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped coriander leaves and scallions.

Serve hot, accompanied by rice or flatbread.

Cooking Techniques

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