The Maldives is an ocean-bound island nation and it’s not surprising that fish becomes a star ingredient in almost every dish they have. This can be quite odd to a new guest, but after a little while in this paradise island, you get used to it!

The Maldivian cuisine

If you are a food lover and love exploring the best meals that a country has to offer, in this tropical paradise- you have to try the food served at some of the best restaurants in Maldives. The food you get to taste here is fresh, light and full of spices, and you’ll love this difference.

Satdeep Gill, Maldivian dish – Kandu Kulkulhu 01, CC BY-SA 4.0

Fish broth

It is Garudhiya- as per what locals call this food item. This goes with rice, lime, onions, and chillies and you find it even at restaurants located within popular resorts like Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives. Do not miss this mandatory dish- loved by all!

The fish snacks

Fish snacks are very popular among the locals in the Maldives. Some of the most demanded snacks include the spicy fish cakes (kulhi boakiba), deep-fried fish rolls (keemia) and fish pastries.

Other ingredients used

The Maldivian cuisine is based on three main ingredients as per the current context, one of them being fish- quite undoubtedly. They also use coconut and starches containing grains and vegetables to make their food tastier.