Tuna Thoran

Method

1. 1

   Prepare tuna: Drain 1 can (400g) tuna in water. Or use 400g fresh tuna — boil in salted water with turmeric for 8 minutes. Drain and flake into small pieces.

2. 2

   Make coconut mixture: Mix half cup freshly grated coconut with half tsp turmeric, 1 tsp cumin, 2 green chillies and 3 shallots sliced.

3. 3

   Combine tuna and coconut: Mix flaked tuna with the coconut mixture.

4. 4

   Heat coconut oil: Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil in a wide pan.

5. 5

   Splutter mustard seeds: Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and cover until all pop.

6. 6

   Add aromatics: Add 2 dried red chillies and 2 sprigs curry leaves. Fry 20 seconds.

7. 7

   Add shallots: Add 5 sliced shallots and fry 4 minutes until golden.

8. 8

   Add tuna-coconut mixture: Add to the pan. Season with salt.

9. 9

   Toss and cook: Cook on medium heat 4-5 minutes tossing until well combined and dry.

10. 10

    Serve: Adjust salt. Tuna thoran should be dry and fragrant. No whole fish visible. Serve with steamed rice.