What to eat in the Maldives 

The Maldives is a truly fascinating island nation and her cuisine is one of her most definitive aspects. Most of the nation’s dishes are simple, delicious and are distinctively tropical.

Mas Huni

For breakfast there’s no dish more widely consumed than mas huni. This is essentially tuna, chopped onions, chilli, lime and coconut that has been formed into a homogenous paste. It can be consumed in a variety of way which include, eating with rice or flatbread, or being used as fillings for various snacks.

Garudhiya

This simple fish soup is incredibly fragrant and is another one of the most fundamental dining experiences Maldives has to offer. It is an absolute staple and the original recipe simply only requires, tuna, water and salt. Modern versions include onions, chilli, garlic and curry leaves.

Hedhikaa

This is an umbrella term to refer to a range of snacks and street food that is famous throughout the Maldives. These include delightful items such as ‘bis keemiya’, which is the Maldivian equivalent of samosas, and ‘masroshi’, which is a bun of sorts made with a dough containing shredded coconut, stuffed with ‘mas huni’.

Saagu Bondibai

Maldives cuisine also has its share of sweet-treats, and this is one of the finest offerings. It’s a pudding of sorts made with sago, condensed milk, cardamom, rose and coconut milk. You can discover this indulgent dessert at any Maldives beach resort with examples such as Dhigali Maldives.

Filled with wanderlust that seeks to explore distant shores and captivated by the colors and vibrancy of exotic cultures, Kanya Mae writes on the beautiful, exciting, and enchanting wonders of the world. She is a writer who not only has a passion for travel, but also has a background in fashion, art and media. Google+