Maldives Fish (Dried Maldive Fish) Maasi / Umbalakada 100g

Description

🐟✨ Maldives Fish (Dried Maldive Fish) Maasi / Umbalakada

Maldives Fish is a traditional Sri Lankan ingredient made from sun-dried tuna, prized for its rich umami flavour and long shelf life. Intensely aromatic and deeply savoury, it adds authentic taste to sambols, curries, and everyday rice dishes — a true staple in Sri Lankan kitchens.

✨ Key Benefits

1️⃣ Authentic Sri Lankan Flavour – Deep umami taste loved for generations.
2️⃣ Naturally Sun-Dried – Traditional preparation for rich aroma.
3️⃣ High Protein Source – Nutritious addition to daily meals.
4️⃣ Long Shelf Life – Ideal pantry essential.
5️⃣ Enhances Taste Instantly – Small amount adds big flavour.
6️⃣ Versatile Ingredient – Used in many classic recipes.

🍽️ Popular Uses

✔ Pol sambol & lunu miris
✔ Sambol mixes & mallum
✔ Vegetable curries
✔ Fried rice & stir-fries
✔ Rice & curry meals
✔ Traditional Sri Lankan dishes

📝 Preparation Tips

• Grate or crush finely for sambols.

• Rinse briefly if salt level needs reducing.

• Add towards the end of cooking to preserve aroma.

• Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.