Joanna James
The Maldives is one of those tourist destinations that offer some of the best local cuisines. With a mild spiciness and a delicate sweetness, Maldivian food is loved by all types of foodies. No matter your food cravings, you are guaranteed to fall in love with at least one of these Maldivian dishes.
Masroshi is a fried and stuffed flat dough that is filled with smoked tuna and coconut. This palm-sized bread is light on the stomach and often served as a breakfast snack or an accompaniment for evening tea. Apart from its main ingredients, the added flavour of garlic, curry leaves, ginger, and hot peppers make it lip-smacking delicious. The perfect blend of these ingredients is what makes Masroshi so delectable. Don't be surprised if you won't be satisfied by having just one of these.
Mas Huni is a traditional breakfast in the Maldives, which is achieved by the combination of shredded smoked tuna, coconut, onions, and hot chili peppers. It is fairly easy to make this dish, where all the ingredients are mixed in a bowl and seasoned with pepper and salt. Mas Huni is often served with Huni Roshi, a flatbread flecked with coconut. To enjoy the best of this dish, make sure to get some sweetened hot tea as well, which is an excellent accompaniment for Mas Huni.
Mas Huni with Huni Roshi is one of the most popular dishes served in many restaurants in Maldives, including the likes of Atmosphere Kanifushi.
Garudhiya is one of the staple dishes in the Maldives loved by the locals throughout the country. The main ingredients of this nourishing fish soup include a range of tuna species, namely little tunny, yellowfin tuna, and skipjack tuna. You can choose to order it alone as a soup or consume it with steamed rice, chilli, onions, and lemon wedges or Huni Roshi on the side. Either way, it is one of the most delectable dishes you can try in the Maldives.
With a filling of tuna or hard-boiled eggs, sliced onions, and sauteed shredded cabbage, this dish is somewhat like samosa or spring rolls. Regardless of how it looks, Bis Keemiya definitely makes for an enjoyable snack. You can also order this pastry by substituting the tuna/egg with a vegetarian option of your choice. The authenticity of the flavours makes Bis Keemiya one of the must-try traditional dishes of the Maldives.
Gulha is a typical Maldivian dish, which is a deep-fried pastry ball filled with smoked tuna, chilli, chopped onions, and desiccated coconuts. It is extremely popular among the locals as a "short eat" or evening snack, which is often served with tea or coffee. You can find Gulha in shops at almost every street corner, especially in small cafes scattered throughout the island.
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