Embark on a gastronomic journey through the azure waters of the Maldives, where a tantalising culinary adventure awaits. Whether you’re a food enthusiast or an adventurous eater, here are some of the dishes to try on your visit.
Fish Curries
Indulge your taste buds in the rich, aromatic flavours of fish curry on offer at local eateries and resort restaurants in the Maldives. Crafted with freshly caught fish (generally tuna), coconut milk, and an array of spices, this dish has variations too; these include Kandu Kukulhu, Mas Riha and Dhon Riha. Ensure to enjoy such seafood delights when dining at resorts like Summer Island Maldives which serve diverse culinary creations.
Masroshi
A Maldivian classic, Masroshi is a delectable snack that combines tuna, coconut, onions, garlic, minced curry leaves, ginger, and other spices; this mixture is placed in the flattened dough which is then closed, rolled into a ball, and slightly flattened before being fried. Suffice it to say, it’s a yummy snack to have on the go any time of the day with some refreshing tea!
Boshi Mashuni
Those looking to try a new type of salad will love Boshi Mashuni which utilises what some will consider a unique ingredient, namely banana flower; it is shredded and blanched and mixed with coconut, chilli, lime, cumin, turmeric, and curry leaves to create a tantalising mix of textures. Vegetarians are no doubt going to love this healthy dish too that showcases the culinary diversity of the Maldives.
Kiru Boakiba
After savouring the many delectable dishes in Maldives, it’s now time to move on to a yummy dessert. A traditional milk cake, Kiru Boakiba is a sublime sweet treat made with ground rice (alternatively, corn flour is sometimes used) fresh coconut milk, cinnamon, cardamom and rose or jasmine water. Once combined, the resulting cake will be a divine dessert that you are bound to want a second helping of!
