Mauritius, known for its cultural and culinary diversity, has no strictly kosher restaurants with teudat (official certification). However, for visitors and residents following Jewish dietary laws, there are several alternatives for enjoying meals in line with Jewish traditions.
Are there any kosher restaurants in Mauritius?
Although no establishments have official kosher certification, some restaurants in Mauritius are willing to prepare meals that comply with Jewish dietary laws.
Tips for eating kosher in a Mauritian restaurant:
- Inform the establishment in advance of your dietary requirements.
- Make sure only authorized ingredients are used.
- Check that kitchen utensils and equipment comply with Kosher standards.
- Discuss preparation procedures with staff to avoid contamination.
Order Kosher meals with Chabad de Maurice
Chabad of Mauritius plays a central role in providing kosher meals on the island. They offer catering services for :
- Daily meals
- Shabbat
- Jewish holidays
How to order Contact the Chabad at 230-5490-2362 in advance to reserve freshly prepared kosher meals tailored to your specific needs.
5 typically Mauritian kosher dishes
It’s perfectly possible to enjoy local specialties by adapting certain ingredients. Here are five emblematic dishes to enjoy at your leisure, cooked by a private chef.
Vegetable curry with coconut milk
Mauritian curry, rich in spices and exotic flavours, can be prepared in a kosher parve version (without meat or dairy products).
Ingredients: potatoes, zucchinis, eggplants, chickpeas, coconut milk, turmeric, cumin, coriander.
Accompaniment: basmati rice.
Kosher tip: Check that the coconut milk is 100% pure, with no additives.
Kosher fish rougail
Rougail, a spicy sauce typical of Mauritius, is often served with fish.
Ingredients: sea bream or captain’s bream (fish complying with Jewish laws), fresh tomatoes, garlic, ginger, sweet pepper.
Accompaniment: traditional bread (farata) or rice.
Vegetarian fried mine
Fried mine, a Chinese-Mauritian specialty, is a local version of Asian fried noodles.
Ingredients: noodles, cabbage, carrots, peppers, kosher soy sauce, garlic.
4. Vegetable samoussas
These crunchy little triangles, originally from India, are perfect as a snack.
Ingredients: potatoes, peas, local spices, vegetable oil.
Accompaniment: coriander or mango chutney.
Potato cake
On the sweet side, potato cake is the perfect local sweet for a kosher diet.
🟢 Ingredients : sweet potato, sugar, coconut, vanilla.
✅ Kosher tip: Make sure the vanilla you use does not contain alcohol that is not kosher.
Kosher eating in Mauritius: an uncompromising gourmet adventure!
Kosher travel to Mauritius doesn’t mean giving up local flavors. With a few adjustments and the richness of Mauritian ingredients, it’s perfectly possible to enjoy authentic, tasty dishes.
Remember:
Contact Chabad de Maurice for guaranteed kosher meals.
Inform restaurants and caterers of your needs in advance.
Adapt local recipes with compliant ingredients.
Whether it’s a fragrant curry, a revisited fried mine, or a sweet treat like potato cake, every meal becomes an immersion in Mauritian culture, without compromising on Jewish traditions.
Ready for a taste of Mauritius in all its splendor? Bon appétit! 😋
