Riha Folhi (Curried Tuna Rolls)
Riha Folhi are delicate crepes filled with a savory mixture of spiced tuna and onions, then rolled and often served as a popular snack or appetizer.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups Water
- 0.25 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1.5 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 2 cups Maldivian smoked tuna (Valhoamas)(chopped (canned tuna, drained and lightly pan-fried, can be substituted))
- 2 medium Onions(finely chopped)
- 2 tsp Hanaakuri Havaadhu (Maldivian roasted curry powder)
- 0.5 tsp Chili powder
- 0.25 tsp Cinnamon powder
- 0.25 tsp Cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 pieces Rampe leaves (pandan leaves)
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk (thick)
- 1 tsp Sugar
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the batter: In a bowl, mix flour, turmeric powder, and salt. Gradually add water while whisking to form a thick batter with no lumps.
💡 Tip: Ensure the batter is smooth and pourable, similar to pancake batter. - 2
Prepare the filling: In a separate pan, heat a little oil (optional) and sauté the finely chopped onions until softened. Add the chopped Maldivian smoked tuna, Hanaakuri Havaadhu, chili powder, cinnamon powder, cardamom powder, lemon juice, and rampe leaves. Stir well and cook for about 3-5 minutes. Add the thick coconut milk and sugar, stir, and simmer for another 3 minutes until the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened. Remove the rampe leaves.
💡 Tip: If using canned tuna, drain it well and lightly pan-fry it before adding to the onion mixture. - 3
Cook the crepes: Heat a lightly oiled non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour a large tablespoon of batter onto the pan and spread it to form a thin crepe. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift. Do not flip; remove the crepe from the pan and place it on a plate.
💡 Tip: The crepe should be cooked on one side only, remaining soft. - 4
Assemble the rolls: While the crepes are still warm, place about 1-2 tablespoons of the tuna filling onto the center of each crepe. Fold the crepe to enclose the filling, creating a roll.
💡 Tip: Work quickly while the crepes are warm to make them pliable. - 5
Serve: Riha Folhi can be served warm as a snack or appetizer.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓The Hanaakuri Havaadhu provides a unique Maldivian roasted curry flavor. If unavailable, a good quality Indian roasted curry powder can be used as a substitute.
- ✓Ensure the tuna is well-drained if using canned tuna to prevent a soggy filling.
🔄 Variations
- Add finely chopped curry leaves to the filling for extra aroma.
- A pinch of sugar can be added to the batter for a slightly sweeter crepe.