Maltese Bread With Oil Bruschetta (ħobż Biż-żejt Bruschetta)

Maltese Bread with Oil Bruschetta, known as Ħobż biż-żejt Bruschetta, is a traditional Maltese dish that is simple, yet bursting with flavor. It is a popular appetizer or snack in Malta, often enjoyed with a glass of local wine or as part of a Mediterranean-style meal.

Maltese Bread With Oil Bruschetta (ħobż Biż-żejt Bruschetta)

Ingredients

  • 4 slices of Maltese bread (Ħobż Malti)
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Grated Maltese cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toast the slices of Maltese bread on a stovetop grill or in a pan until they are golden and crispy.
  2. In a bowl, mix the diced tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the bruschetta topping.
  3. Spoon the bruschetta topping onto the toasted bread slices.
  4. If desired, sprinkle grated Maltese cheese on top of the bruschetta.
  5. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
5g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Toaster or stovetop grill Mixing bowl Serving platter

Tools

Knife Cutting board Spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the Maltese Bread with Oil Bruschetta as an appetizer before a Mediterranean-inspired meal, or as a light snack with a glass of Maltese wine.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle a little more extra virgin olive oil on top of the bruschetta before serving.

Cost

$10