Maldive Fish

Maldive Fish

Seafood Good year-round
Used in 1 of 40 cuisines (3%)

Maldive fish is a type of sun-dried fish, predominantly skipjack tuna, used as a flavoring agent in Sri Lankan cooking.

In the kitchen

Maldive fish is a sun-dried fish, predominantly skipjack tuna, used as a flavoring agent in Sri Lankan cooking. It adds a smoky, umami depth to curries, sambols, and soups. The fish is typically grated or sliced thinly before being incorporated into dishes.

Nutrition (per 100g)

350kcalCal
70.0gProtein
5.0gFat
0.0gCarbs
0.0gFiber

Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database

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