Food and Drink in Madagascar

Malagasy cuisine blends African, Asian, and European influences.

Staples & Common Foods

• Rice: Eaten at nearly every meal with sauces/sides.
• Cassava: Boiled, fried, mashed; rice substitute.
• Sweet potatoes: Boiled, roasted, fried; often dessert.
• Beans: Protein source; boiled, fried, stewed.
• Meat: Beef, pork, chicken, fish—grilled, stewed, fried.
• Fish: In soups, stews, curries.
• Fruit: Bananas, pineapples, mangoes, papayas, coconuts—fresh or in desserts.

Popular Drinks

• Water (boiled), tea (with milk/sugar), coffee (black or with milk), soda, beer.