No visit to the Maldives would be complete without savouring some of its delectable traditional food and here are some of the top choices to add to your culinary discoveries.
Mas Huni
Before beginning one’s day, there’s nothing like savouring a traditional local breakfast at a Maldives restaurant which will often include mas huni; this dish is made with shredded smoked tuna that is mixed with ingredients like grated coconut, chillies, onions and lime. It’s generally eaten with a flatbread called roshi and paired with hot tea.
Local Curries
When dining, be it at local eateries or restaurants at resorts like The Nautilus Maldives, look to try some curries. Naturally, fish curries made with varieties of tuna are popular; options include kandu kukulhu and mas riha. You also get chicken curry (kukulhu riha) as well as those with various vegetables like eggplant and pumpkin.
Garudhiya
Soup lovers will no doubt enjoy garudhiya, the name given to a popular local fish soup / broth. Raw tuna is the main component of this dish which is cooked in water with other ingredients like garlic, onion, chopped chillies and curry leaves. It’s usually served with rice or roshi as well as lime and makes for a wholesome and yummy meal.
Boshi Mashuni
Vegans will want to put boshi mashuni on their must-eat list of the best traditional food in Maldives though the main ingredient of this salad may be unfamiliar to some; shredded banana flower! It offers a crunchy texture and is mixed with fresh coconut, lime, cumin, turmeric and chillies that add some spice, making for a wonderful combination.
