Spicy Maldivian Sauce | Maldivian Coconut Chilli Paste | Fiery Island-Style Sauce | Maldivian Red Chilli Coconut Dip
This Spicy Maldivian Sauce brings the bold, coastal flavours of the islands straight to your kitchen. Made with fiery red chillies, freshly grated coconut, aromatic curry leaves, garlic, and warm spices, this sauce is blended into a smooth, fragrant paste that delivers heat, depth, and a hint of tropical sweetness. It’s incredibly versatile use it as a dip, marinade, spread, or curry base to instantly elevate everyday dishes. The combination of coconut and curry leaves creates a rich, coastal aroma while the chillies add a satisfying kick, making this sauce an irresistible addition to rice bowls, grilled veggies, wraps, snacks, and more.
Preparation Time
10 minutes
Soaking Time
Nil
Cooking Time
10 minutes
Makes
1 cup
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 1/4 cup curry leaves
- 1 tbsp Desiccated coconut
- 1 dried red chilli (soaked in water)
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- Pinch of turmeric
- 3 garlic cloves
- ½ tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
METHOD
- In a blender jar, mix all the ingredients.
- Blend well until smooth.
- Refrigerate and use at your convenience.
- Serve with chips, carrots, lavash and bread sticks
