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Maldives Fish Sambol

Cultural Context

Originating from the Maldives, Fish Sambol is a traditional dish often enjoyed for breakfast, showcasing the islands' abundant seafood and coconut. This vibrant mix is a staple in Maldivian cuisine, reflecting the local lifestyle and communal dining culture. Today, it is popular in coastal communities around the world, celebrated for its fresh flavors and simplicity.

MaldivianMVside
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb mackerel fish
2 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
2 green chili
4 curry leaves
2 pandan leaves
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon fenugreek
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons coconut oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: fresh tuna

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Fresh tuna enhances flavor while canned sardines are budget-friendly.

coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: desiccated coconut

Unsweetened flakes maintain flavor with fewer calories.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

1

Prepare mackerel fish and season with burnt wood powder, turmeric powder, and salt.

2

Leave the seasoned fish for 5 minutes.

3

After 1 hour, check the fish.

4

After 2 hours, check the fish again.

5

After 10 hours, check the fish again.

6

After 12 hours, prepare the cooking mixture with garlic, onion, chili, curry leaf, pandan leaf, turmeric powder, chili powder, fenugreek, cinnamon, and salt.

7

Add coconut milk to the mixture and stir well.

8

Cook the mackerel fish in coconut oil.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting boardpan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishcoconut

Also Known As

Mas Huni

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