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Bis Keemiyaa

Cultural Context

Originating from the Maldives, Bis Keemiyaa is a beloved dish that reflects the island nation's reliance on fresh seafood and coconut. Traditionally served during special occasions, it showcases the harmony between rice and tuna, enriched with aromatic spices. Today, it is enjoyed both locally and in Maldivian communities worldwide, often adapted with various seafood and spices.

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4 servings
Servings4
3 cups flour, sifted
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 tsp salt
warm water
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup onion, finely chopped
¼ tsp curry
3 cups cabbage, finely chopped
2 Dorset Naga, finely chopped
1 tbsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
1 can tuna
5 eggs, hard-boiled, chopped
chives
lemon wedges
1

Sauté the onions and curry leaves in the vegetable oil.

2

Add the cabbage and stir-fry until the cabbage is soft.

3

Add the tuna, Dorset Naga, pepper and eggs. Let stand to cool.

4

In the meantime, make the dough by mixing all the ingredients and gradually adding warm water, kneading until you have a smooth dough.

5

Break the finished dough into small golf ball-sized pieces.

6

Using a rolling pin, spread each dough ball evenly into circles about 4 inches in diameter.

7

Put about 2 teaspoons of the cabbage, egg, and tuna mixture in the center and fold two ends over it. Then fold the other two ends to form a square.

8

Make a thick flour paste (water+flour) to glue the sides of the keemiyaa to prevent it from opening up during frying.

9

Deep fry at 350°F to 375°F (175°C to 190°C) until golden brown and crispy, typically 5 minutes.

10

Drain and serve.

Equipment Needed

cast iron

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