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Authentic Maldivian Mas Huni Recipe

Mas Huni is a cherished traditional Maldivian breakfast dish, celebrated for its vibrant flavors and refreshing taste. Combining tender flaked tuna with freshly grated coconut, aromatic red onions, spicy chili, and fragrant curry leaves, this dish offers a delightful start to the day. Enhanced with a squeeze of fresh lime juice, it's both savory and healthy, providing a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

🥥 1 Freshly grated coconut
🧅 2 Red onions, finely sliced
🌶️ 1 Red chili, finely chopped
🌿 1 Handful of curry leaves, finely chopped
🍋 1/2 Lime, juiced
🧂 1 Teaspoon salt
🌶️ 1/2 Teaspoon ground black pepper
🐟 2 Cans FELIVARU Tuna, drained
🌱 1 Large green coppy leaf, sliced into ribbons
🍅 Tomato wedges for garnish

Instructions

1- Prepare the Coconut:

• Open the fresh coconut and use a manual coconut scraper to grate the meat into a light pile. Set aside.

2- Chop the Vegetables:

• Finely slice the red onions into crescent shapes, ensuring they are separated into rings.
• Chop the red chili and curry leaves finely.

3- Mix the Base Ingredients:

• In a large white ceramic/plastic mixing bowl, combine the sliced onions, chili, and curry leaves.
• Add salt and ground black pepper to the mixture.

4- Add Lime Juice:

• Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the bowl's contents.

5- Massage Mixture:

• Wear a disposable plastic glove and massage the ingredients together. The goal is to soften the onions slightly and meld the flavors.

6- Incorporate the Coconut:

• Mix the freshly grated coconut into the bowl until it's evenly distributed.

7- Add Tuna:

• Drain the FELIVARU tuna and fold it gently into the coconut mixture until well combined.

8- Finish with Green Coppy Leaf:

• Slice the green coppy leaf into thin ribbons and mix it into the bowl.

9- Serve:

• Transfer the Mas Huni into a serving bowl. Garnish with tomato wedges for a fresh, colorful presentation.

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: None
Total Time: 10-15 minutes
Servings: Approximately 4
Equipment: Manual coconut scraper, Cutting board, Chef's knife, White ceramic/plastic mixing bowl, Measuring spoons, Disposable plastic gloves

Cooking Tips

• For authentic texture and flavor, use freshly grated coconut via a manual scraper.
• Thoroughly hand-mix with gloves for an even distribution of ingredients.
• Finely chopping and separating onion rings aid in better integration and flavor release.

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Authentic Maldivian Mas Huni