Maldives Mas Huni with Grated Coconut and Tuna
Mas Huni is a classic Maldivian breakfast dish made with fresh tuna, grated coconut, and spices, served with traditional flatbread.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Flaking the Tuna
- 1
Cook the tuna
Cook the tuna in boiling water until tender (about 10 minutes).
- 2
Drain and cool
Drain and let it cool slightly.
- 3
Flake the tuna
Flake the tuna using a fork.
Mixing the Mas Huni
- 1
Combine ingredients
Combine the flaked tuna, grated coconut, onion, and green chilies in a bowl.
Tip: Be careful when handling chilies, as they can irritate the skin. Pro Tip: Wear gloves if you are sensitive to chilies.
- 2
Add lime and salt
Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and add salt to taste.
- 3
Mix thoroughly
Mix thoroughly until well combined.
How to Make Maldives Mas Huni with Grated Coconut and Tuna
Total time: 40 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Prepare the Roshi
Mix flour and salt in a bowl, adding coconut oil and water gradually to form a dough.
- 2
Cook the Roshi
Roll the dough into flat discs and cook on a hot skillet until golden brown.
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