Discover Island Cuisine at its Best in Paradise Archipelago Maldives

Owing to its unique geographical position the local cuisine of the Maldives has been greatly influenced by its visiting and trading communities over the years. In fact Maldivian cuisine can be identified as a blend comprised of Indian, Arabic, oriental and Sri Lankan derivatives with a distinctly unique Maldivian twist in every bite.

Discover Island Cuisine at its Best in Paradise Archipelago Maldives

Maldivian staple food

As a collection of more than 9000 islands surrounded by the ocean seafood plays a pivotal and central role in Maldivian cuisine while coconut milk and starchy elements are also frequently incorporated in traditional dishes. Coconuts are omnipresent in Maldivian households and kitchens as this multifaceted commodity is used in a variety of methods in Maldivian cuisine. An essential ingredient in almost all Maldivian dishes coconut milk is a veritable staple in this particular culinary school while seafood and other items are also deep fried in coconut oil.

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Tuna fish in both dried and fresh form is also a staple in most local dishes while other varieties of tuna such as tuna frigate and little tunny are also firm favourites. Wahoos, big eye scads and Mahi-Mahi are also frequently incorporated in traditional food items while processed tuna called Maldive fish is used to season curries and make short eats such as fatafolhi, kavaabu, gulha and bajiyaa.

Starch items such as rice, taro and sweet potato are also a part of Maldivian meals which also combine the distinct taste of fruits such as breadfruit in raw or boiled form. As a delectably exotic mixture of sweet and sour elements and spicy and mild flavours Maldivian cuisine suits all palates which prefer aromatic, flavourful fresh food prepared to perfection. Must-try Maldivian delicacies include short eats known as Hedikas and the national comfort food Garudhiya which is a simple tuna stew dish that is as easy to prepare as it is to gobble up in seconds. Dessert items in the Maldives mainly comprise of recipes that incorporate the wealth of fresh fruit varieties cultivated in the islands. 

Travellers on the lookout for luxury Maldives island resorts will be more than satisfied with the stylish Adaaran Hudhuranfushi. Ideally located within 30 minutes of the international airport this Maldives resort also offers guests easy access to popular attractions in Male.