Cuisine in BIOT

Discover signature dishes and food culture of this country

Africa / Indian Ocean Islands

Signature dishes

Navy-Style Beef Stew

Traditional US-UK naval menu. Rich stew made from long-storage ingredients.

  • Region: Diego Garcia Base
  • Main ingredients: Canned beef, Potatoes, Carrots, Gravy

Island-Produced Coconut Rice

Coconut milk cooked rice once eaten by islanders. Now weekend cafeteria menu.

  • Region: Chagos Archipelago
  • Main ingredients: Rice, Coconut milk, Salt

Freshly Caught Yellowfin Tuna Grill

BBQ of tuna caught recreationally by base personnel on the spot.

  • Region: Lagoon
  • Main ingredients: Yellowfin tuna, Lemon, Salt and pepper

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