How to Make Fish Bun | Maalu Bun | Maalu Paan Recipe | Sri Lankan Maalu Pan

cooked fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based option while canned fish is more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice can be a healthier alternative, while vinegar is a cost-effective substitute.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while regular milk is often cheaper.

Mix 5 tbsp water, 2 tsp instant yeast, and 1 tsp sugar to create a yeast mixture.

In a bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1 tsp salt.

Add the yeast mixture and 150 ml of water to the dry ingredients; knead until smooth.

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

In a skillet, heat 2 tbsp oil and sauté 1 cup chopped onion until fragrant.

Add 5 chopped green chilies, 1/4 cup chopped curry leaves, and 230 g canned tuna; mix well.

Season the filling with 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chili flakes, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp salt, 2 cups mashed potatoes, 2 tsp curry masala, and 2 tsp lime juice; mix until combined and set aside to cool.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Divide the dough into equal portions and flatten each piece.

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each dough piece.

Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges tightly.

Place the buns on a baking sheet and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Brush with oil before baking.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.

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