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Mashuni

Cultural Context

Mashuni is a traditional Maldivian dish, often served for breakfast or as a light meal. It reflects the island nation's reliance on fresh seafood and coconuts, staples in their diet. This dish is not only a delicious combination of flavors but also a representation of Maldivian hospitality, commonly enjoyed during gatherings. Today, Mashuni has found its way into international cuisine, celebrated for its fresh ingredients and vibrant taste.

MaldivianMVmain
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb tuna
1 cup scraped coconut
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 medium sliced onion
2 green chili
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves

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

coconut

🥗Healthier: shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: coconut milk

Shredded coconut provides a similar flavor with less fat.

tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned salmon offers a similar texture and flavor.

1

Start by mixing sliced onions, curry leaves, and chili in a mixing bowl.

2

Add lime juice to the mixture and mix it well.

3

Add salt to taste.

4

Incorporate canned tuna into the mixture.

5

Top it off with scraped coconut.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchopping

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Maldivian Tuna Salad

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