Herby Maldivian Slow-Cooked Cheese Stew

Assemble the ingredients: cheese, carrot, parsley, tomato, onion, butter, turmeric.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the cheese and cook until slow-cooked.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Maldivian flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Maldivian accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.