Imagine a serene Maldivian morning, the sun glistening on the Indian Ocean. Start your day with the authentic flavors of the Maldives. Our Maldivian-style Smoked Tuna and Curry Beans on Toast is a fusion of local and global tastes, transporting you to the tranquil shores of this beautiful paradise.
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of traditional Maldivian roshi bread (or whole-grain bread)
- 1 can (15 oz) of baked beans in tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup of Maldivian smoked tuna fish
- 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil (or butter for toasting)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- A handful of fresh curry leaves
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Freshly chopped green chilies (optional, for extra heat)
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Prepare the Smoked Tuna:
- Flake the Maldivian smoked tuna fish into small pieces. If you can't find smoked tuna, canned Maldivian tuna can be used as an alternative.
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Toast the Bread:
- If using traditional Maldivian roshi, lightly toast the roshi bread on a hot griddle or in a dry skillet. If using whole-grain bread, you can also toast it.
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Butter or Oil the Toast:
- Lightly brush coconut oil (or butter) over the toasted bread slices.
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Sauté Onion, Garlic, and Curry Leaves:
- In a separate pan, heat a bit of coconut oil. Add finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and fresh curry leaves.
- Sauté until the onion turns golden brown and the mixture is fragrant.
- Add in the tomato paste, mix it well and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add in the smoked tuna flakes or tuna can, give it a good stir and cook on low heat for 3-4 minutes with a lid on.
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Heat the Baked Beans:
- Take off the lid and pour in the can of baked beans, pour in the lime juice, cook for 5-7 minutes stirring occasionally.
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Add the Smoked Tuna and Beans:
- Spread the mixture over the bread.
- Or you can even spoon the warmed baked beans mixture and roll them up like wraps.
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Season and Garnish:
- Season with a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper to taste.
- For a spicy kick, add freshly chopped green chilies.
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Savor the Moment:
- Your Maldivian-style Smoked Tuna and Curry Beans is ready. Close your eyes, take a bite, and let the flavors transport you to the turquoise waters and sandy beaches of the Maldives.
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