Maldivian Recipes

Our Hanaakuri Boava or octopus is made with a freshly toasted home-made spice mixture. 

Inspired by the classic  Hanaakuri Mas, Hanaakuri Masdhalhu is a simpler, quicker dish that uses the same curry powder. 

Theyo Mirus Baiy is a simple yet flavourful twist on classic rice dishes, made with ingredients you may easily find in your kitchen pantry.

Huni baiy is well loved among many corners in the Maldives. 

Muru muru or “rihaakuru chips” is a popular savoury snack in the Maldives.

Baked beans and curry are a truly underrated combo. It is sweet and tomato-ey from the baked beans, while also rich and spicy from the curry flavours.

Mashuni is a very loved, comforting breakfast dish for us Maldivians. 

Raiy bondibaiy is a type of bondibaiy (Maldivian rice pudding) made with caramelised sugar, which is what gives this dish its sticky texture and golden-brown colour. 

Karaa fani or watermelon juice is a very traditional Maldivian juice to have, especially for iftar during Ramadan.

Here, we have the most popular type of sandwich among Maldivians, the tuna sandwich.