Joanna James
Since the Maldives is a prominent tourist destination with resorts strewn across the islands, visitors, including vegetarians, have a broad variety of culinary alternatives. The following is a list of the top 10 Maldivian foods you must try!
Mas Huni is a popular local dish comprising shredded smoked tuna garnished with grated coconuts, a squeeze of lemon, and some onions. This is a must-try in the Maldives. The meal is unquestionably the most beloved Maldivian breakfast, served with Roshi chapati bread. For a fine dining experience, check out luxury Maldives resorts the likes of OZEN Life Maadhoo, for instance.
Masroshi is a local dish serving smoked tuna and coconut filled chapati. The flavour of tasteful spices, herbs and curry leaves does leave one's taste buds singing! And that's another reason why you must not miss out on it!
Bis Keemiyaa is a delectable dish that seems like a cross between samosas and spring rolls. It's basically a puff pastry stuffed with tuna/hardboiled egg, chopped onions, and cabbage that's been gently sautéed. It is a must-try Maldivian dish due to the authenticity of the flavours.
Boshi Mashuni is a combination of crispy, shredded banana blossoms and freshly grated coconut. This dish falls somewhere between a salsa and salad. Spice, lime juice, and Maldivian chilli add a tangy edge to the meal, which is enhanced with curry leaves, cumin, and turmeric.
Yams are among the few crops produced in this beautiful island country. Therefore, fried yams are a common dish in the Maldives! The treat is crunchy on the exterior and gooey on the inside, and when it is paired with the sauces, the whole experience is worth every penny.
When lobsters are cooked right, it melts in your mouth and has a distinct flavour. Eating properly prepared Maldivian lobster delivered directly to your table is a wonderful delight you should not miss!
Sago, also known as sabudana, is a prominent ingredient in Maldivian cuisine, and you will see why once you taste this sago pudding. It's coated with condensed milk and heated with coconut milk. The addition of cardamom plus rose essence enhances the overall experience.
Reef fish is a famous dish here in the Maldives. And who wouldn't want to try this dish when it's presented as a Tandoor masala flavoured dish accompanied by coconut, mint, chutneys, papaya, and cucumber?
Gulha is a 'short nibble' or 'evening snack,' and it's delicious when eaten hot from the oven with coffee or tea. Tuna fish, chilli, onions and shredded coconut mixture is the filling used for these bite-sized dumplings.
Kulhi Boakibaa is a local fish cake that must be tried. It is prepared for special occasions, although it is widely available at cafés. Smoked tuna, onions, coconuts and ground rice make up the fish cake.
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