Exploring the Fusion of Traditional Maldivian Flavours with Contemporary Culinary Techniques – A Foodie’s Vacation in the Tropics

The Maldives is largely known for its beaches and islands, but the country boasts a rich food culture, too. The traditional Maldivian dishes have been shaped by the ocean, the climate, and other Asian countries. In recent years, however, there has been a bit of clamour for fusion cuisine, and clearly, the Maldives has heard it.

Fusion Cuisine in the Maldives

What is fusion cuisine? It’s the art of combining two or more cooking methods or flavours to give you a bit of everything you may like. In the Maldives, this translates to combining traditional flavours with modern cooking methods. Chefs experiment with different ingredients to create unique dishes with a Maldivian touch.

Where can you try this fusion cuisine? Well, resorts like Baros Maldives are known for Maldives dining.

Curries  

Maldivian curries are often made with coconut milk, dry spices, and vegetables, but in fusion cuisine, curries are made with foreign ingredients like fresh herbs and different meats. For example, instead of fish, chefs might try chicken or lamb to make curry.

Drinks 

Coconut water and fruit juices are not a novelty in the Maldives, but these drinks are sometimes mixed with various other fruits and soft drinks to make mocktails.

Breakfast Items 

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Mas Huni is the traditional breakfast dish in the Maldives. It’s made with tuna, coconut, and lime and served with roti. However, in resorts, you might find this with bread, sliced avocado, fruit juice, or maybe fluffy pancakes.