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.
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
- Toast the slices of Maltese bread on a stovetop grill or in a pan until they are golden and crispy.
- In a bowl, mix the diced tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the bruschetta topping.
- Spoon the bruschetta topping onto the toasted bread slices.
- If desired, sprinkle grated Maltese cheese on top of the bruschetta.
- 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