Delicious Maldivian Dessert: Suji with Breadcrumbs

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories, while canned tuna is more affordable.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies, cooking until tomatoes soften, about 3-4 minutes

Sprinkle in turmeric, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine

Pour in coconut milk and water, bringing the mixture to a simmer

Add the fish pieces gently into the pot, cooking until fish is opaque and flakes easily, about 10-15 minutes

Stir in lime juice and curry leaves, adjusting seasoning if necessary

Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes to meld flavors

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving

Cooking Techniques

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