Ingredients
Method
Pat the fish dry with paper towels and place it in a shallow dish. In a bowl, combine the lime juice, coconut oil, garlic, ginger, chilies, turmeric, cumin, coriander, black pepper, chili powder, salt, curry leaves, and grated onion to make a thick, aromatic marinade. Rub the mixture generously over both sides of the fish, making sure it is evenly coated, then cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the cooking surface. Grill the fish for approximately 4–7 minutes per side, depending on its thickness, until the exterior is lightly charred and the fish is cooked through and flakes easily. Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges, steamed rice, roshi, or a traditional Maldivian-style salad.
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Notes
Don't grill the fish straight from a wet marinade. Let excess marinade drip off before placing it on the hot grill. This helps the spices caramelize and creates the delicious smoky, slightly charred crust that makes Fihunu Mas so flavorful.
