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Maldives Cuisine

Asia · Southern Asia

32 recipes

Signature Maldives Dishes

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Bokuri Bambukeyo

Bokuri Bambukeyo is a delightful Maldivian dessert made from caramelized breadfruit. The breadfruit is cooked with sugar until it turns a rich amber color, offering a sweet and slightly chewy treat.

Maldives·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Boshi Mas Riha

A flavorful Maldivian fish curry made with banana flower, coconut milk, and aromatic spices. This dish offers a unique texture and a rich, creamy taste.

Maldives·Easy·30 minutes

Dhonkeyo Kajuru

Dhonkeyo Kajuru are sweet, deep-fried fritters made from mashed ripe bananas, coconut, and flour, offering a delightful crispy exterior and soft, sweet interior.

Maldives·Medium·45 minutes

Fihunu Mas

Fihunu Mas is a celebratory Maldivian dish featuring whole fish marinated in a fiery paste of chilies, garlic, ginger, and spices, then grilled to perfection. It's known for its smoky aroma and spicy, tender flesh.

Maldives·Easy·40 minutes

Garudhiya

Garudhiya is a clear fish broth, a cornerstone of Maldivian cuisine. Made by simmering fresh tuna in water with minimal aromatics, it's a light yet deeply flavorful soup, often served with rice, lime, and chili.

Maldives·Medium·40 minutes

Gulha

Crispy, savory fish balls, a popular Maldivian snack often enjoyed with tea. They are typically made with smoked tuna, onions, and spices, then deep-fried to a golden crisp.

Maldives·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Kulhi Boakibaa

Kulhi Boakibaa is a savory Maldivian fish cake, often enjoyed as a snack or tea-time treat. It's made with a base of ground rice, flaked tuna, grated coconut, and a blend of aromatic spices.

Maldives·Easy·35 minutes

Maldivian Bashi Mas Kothu

A savory and satisfying dish made from mashed banana (bashi) stir-fried with shredded tuna (mas), onions, chilies, and curry leaves. It's a popular breakfast or light meal option.

Maldives·Medium·45 minutes

Maldivian Chickpea Curry

A flavorful and aromatic chickpea curry, adapted with Maldivian influences. This vegetarian dish is rich with coconut milk, spices, and vegetables, offering a comforting and satisfying meal, often served with roshi (flatbread) or rice.

Maldives·Easy·35 minutes

Maldivian Coconut Fish Curry

A rich and aromatic curry featuring tender chunks of fish simmered in a creamy coconut milk base with a blend of Maldivian spices.

Maldives·Medium·1 hour

Maldivian Fish Curry with Breadfruit

A fragrant and flavorful Maldivian fish curry featuring tuna, coconut milk, and tender chunks of breadfruit, a staple in Maldivian cuisine.

Maldives·Easy·45 minutes

Maldivian Fish Cutlets with Tamarind Chutney

Crispy and savory fish cutlets made with flaked tuna or other local fish, mixed with aromatic spices and herbs, served with a tangy and sweet tamarind chutney.

Maldives·Medium·40-45 minutes

Maldivian Grilled Octopus with Chili-Lime Marinade

Tender octopus grilled to perfection, marinated in a vibrant blend of Maldivian chilies, lime, and aromatic spices. This dish highlights the fresh seafood available in the Maldives, offering a smoky char and a zesty, spicy kick.

Maldives·Easy·25-27 minutes

Maldivian Grilled Reef Fish with Lime Chili

A simple yet flavorful dish featuring fresh reef fish marinated in lime and chili, then grilled to perfection. It highlights the Maldivian love for fresh seafood and vibrant, zesty flavors.

Maldives·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Maldivian Kukulhu Riha

A fragrant and flavorful Maldivian chicken curry, rich with coconut milk, aromatic spices, and a hint of chili. This dish is a staple in Maldivian households, often served with rice or roshi.

Maldives·Medium·1 hour

Maldivian Mas Baiy with Smoked Tuna

Mas Baiy, meaning 'fish rice' in Dhivehi, is a flavorful one-pot rice dish that is a staple in Maldivian cuisine. This version features tender chunks of smoked tuna cooked with aromatic spices and coconut milk, creating a rich and satisfying meal. Traditionally prepared for beach picnics or special occasions, it's a comforting dish that embodies the island nation's love for fish and coconut.

Maldives·Easy·15 minutes

Maldivian Mas Kaashi

Mas Kaashi is a traditional Maldivian snack made from mature coconut (kurolhi) mixed with smoked fish (valhomas). It offers a unique combination of salty, smoky, and slightly chewy textures, often enjoyed as a flavorful accompaniment or a standalone snack. The preparation involves shredding or grating the mature coconut and combining it with finely chopped or flaked smoked tuna, seasoned simply to highlight the core ingredients.

Maldives·Medium·45 minutes

Maldivian Mas Roshi

Mas Roshi is a savory Maldivian snack that features a flavorful filling of smoked tuna and grated coconut encased in a soft, pan-fried flatbread (roshi). The filling is typically seasoned with a blend of spices, curry leaves, onions, garlic, and ginger, creating a zesty and aromatic bite. It's a popular street food and a delightful way to enjoy the staple ingredients of Maldivian cuisine.

Maldives·Medium·1 hour

Maldivian Rai Bondibai

Rai Bondibai is a traditional Maldivian sweet pudding made from rice, cooked with caramelized sugar, coconut milk, and fragrant spices. The caramelization of the sugar gives the pudding its characteristic sticky texture and a beautiful golden-brown hue. It's a comforting and flavorful dessert often prepared for special occasions and family gatherings.

Maldives·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Maldivian Seafood and Breadfruit Stew

A hearty and comforting stew that showcases the Maldivian staple of breadfruit, combined with a medley of fresh seafood in a rich coconut milk broth. This dish is a flavorful representation of island living, where local ingredients are transformed into a nourishing meal.

Maldives·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Maldivian Seafood Biryani

A fragrant and flavorful biryani featuring a medley of fresh Maldivian seafood, aromatic basmati rice, and a blend of traditional spices, creating a rich and satisfying one-pot meal.

Maldives·Medium·55 minutes

Maldivian Seafood Crepes

Delicate crepes filled with a flavorful mixture of local seafood, coconut, and spices, a unique Maldivian take on a classic dish.

Maldives·Medium·45 minutes

Maldivian Seafood Kothu

A flavorful and hearty Maldivian street food dish made with shredded roti, mixed seafood, vegetables, and aromatic spices.

Maldives·Medium·50 minutes

Maldivian Smoked Fish and Coconut Stew

A hearty and comforting stew made with smoked fish (often tuna), creamy coconut milk, and aromatic spices. This dish is a staple in Maldivian households, showcasing the use of preserved fish and local coconut.

Maldives·Medium·45 minutes

Maldivian Spiced Fish in Banana Leaf

Aromatic and flavorful fish dish where fresh local fish is marinated in a blend of Maldivian spices and herbs, then steamed to perfection within fragrant banana leaves. This method imparts a unique aroma and keeps the fish incredibly moist and tender. It's a healthy and traditional way to enjoy the bounty of the Maldivian seas.

Maldives·Easy·35 minutes

Maldivian Spiced Tuna Pancakes

Kulhi Foni are savory Maldivian pancakes infused with aromatic spices and tender tuna. These are a popular snack or light meal, often enjoyed with tea. The pancakes are pan-fried until golden and slightly crispy on the edges, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

Maldives·Medium·1 hour

Maldivian Sweet Fish and Rice Porridge

A comforting and subtly sweet porridge made with rice, coconut milk, and small pieces of fish, often seasoned with cardamom and cinnamon. This dish is a popular breakfast or light meal in the Maldives, showcasing the harmonious blend of savory and sweet flavors typical of island cuisine.

Maldives·Easy·45 minutes

Maldivian Sweet Potato Pudding

A simple yet delicious dessert made from mashed sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and a touch of sweetness, often flavored with cardamom.

Maldives·Easy·35 minutes

Maldivian Vegetable Curry

Tharukaaree Riha is a comforting and flavorful Maldivian vegetable curry, showcasing the islands' reliance on fresh produce and their culinary influences from India and Sri Lanka. This vegetarian dish is rich with aromatic spices, coconut milk, and a medley of seasonal vegetables, making it a hearty and wholesome meal often served with steamed rice.

Maldives·Easy·15 minutes

Mas Huni

A traditional Maldivian breakfast staple, Mas Huni is a flavorful and refreshing salad made with shredded tuna, freshly grated coconut, finely chopped onions, and a hint of lime and chili. It's typically served with Roshi (flatbread) and eaten by hand.

Maldives·Easy·15 minutes

Mas Kaashi

Mas Kaashi is a beloved Maldivian snack, a delightful mix of smoked tuna (valhomas) and mature coconut (kaashi). It offers a unique combination of salty, savory, and nutty flavors, often enjoyed during social gatherings, fishing trips, or as a popular street food.

Maldives·Medium·50 minutes

Riha Folhi

Riha Folhi are delicate crepes filled with a savory mixture of spiced tuna and onions, then rolled and often served as a popular snack or appetizer.

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