The cuisine of Seychelles has its roots in French cuisine but has been influenced by local customs, creating a unique blend of flavors. Seychellois cuisine revolves around seafood, rice, vegetables, fruits, and coconuts, with an emphasis on spices. It's a delightful fusion of Creole, English, French, and Indian culinary traditions.
One of the most beloved dishes in Seychelles is fish and rice, with rice being a staple that often takes center stage as both a side dish and a main course. Various spices, oils, and vegetables are used to enhance the flavor of rice dishes.
When visiting Mahé, make sure to try some of the national dishes, such as octopus curry with caviar and rice. The caviar in this dish may resemble zucchini caviar but is made from papaya. Other seafood delights include shrimp with garlic sauce, small octopus in coconut gravy (trulula), shark meat, and lobsters. Don't miss out on coconut milk chicken and, for the more adventurous, bats, although bats are quite bony and contain very little meat but are considered a delicacy.
