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Top 6 Dishes to Try out in the Maldives - Maldivian food tour!

Make absolutely sure you give some of these local delicacies a go if you ever find yourself in the Maldives. These dishes are sure to tantalise your taste buds!

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Rihaakuru

One of the most well-known and popular traditional foods in the Maldives is called rihaakuru. Rice and the Maldivian flat bread known as roshi are the two most typical side dishes served with it. Despite the fact that it does not have the most appetising appearance, the tastes are quite well-integrated. After being cooked over low heat with constant stirring for a number of hours, the tuna, water, and salt combination eventually transform into a thick, black paste. Rihaakuru is a popular dish, and it is often served with various regional side dishes and beverages in the Maldives. Resort dining offers a gastronomic experience that combines all the best aspects of the local cuisine so you can try all the authentic flavours. For instance, you can check out fine dining at properties like OBLU Nature Helengeli.

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Garudhiya

Garudhiya is regarded as an essential component of Maldivian traditional cuisine, and almost every resident of the country enjoys eating it. Cooking the tuna for a short period of time in the stock is all that is required to prepare this meal. It's essentially a soup made with fish. Most Maldivians prefer to enjoy it with rice or even roshi rather than in the form of soup. It is common knowledge that garudhiya tastes better after it has been reheated many times over the course of a few days.

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Muguriha

Although Muguriha, also known as dhal curry, does not originate here, the version that is prepared here is rather unique. Rice is the most usual accompaniment, whereas roshi is sometimes used too. In contrast to the other types of curries that are prepared in the Maldives, muguriha is a very simple dish since it uses just a few spices. But the flavours provide a punch!

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Mashuni

There is no question that mashuni is the signature dish of a Maldivian meal, and there is no such thing as a full breakfast that does not include both mashuni as well as roshi. The word "mashuni" comes from the Malay words for "fish" and "coconut," which are the two primary components of the dish. The fish that is used to make mashuni is a kind of canned tuna that is manufactured in the Maldives.

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Masfen

One of the quickest and easiest meals to prepare, and also one of the most delectable, is masfen. This dish also incorporates fresh coconut milk, onions, lemon slices, and chillies.

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Bondibai

Given that it is usually always prepared for special events, bondibai is among those foods that cause one to have a sense of longing. Rice that has been cooked with rose syrup, sugar, and pandan leaf is what this dish consists of. Despite the fact that it is a sweet dish, it is almost always consumed in conjunction with a savoury chicken or a thick beef gravy.