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Maltese Ftira

Cultural Context

Originating from the Mediterranean island of Malta, Ftira is a traditional bread often enjoyed by locals as a hearty meal or snack. It reflects the island's agricultural heritage, using simple, fresh ingredients like potatoes and fish. Today, variations abound, with fillings ranging from vegetarian to seafood, making it a beloved dish that showcases Maltese culinary traditions.

MalteseMTmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups flour
1 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons yeast
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup semolina
2 medium potatoes
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 cup black olives
2 medium Maltese tomatoes
1 medium onion
1 can (5 oz) tuna
1/4 cup parsley
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tuna

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Chickpeas provide plant-based protein and are often more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and offers a cheesy flavor.

1

Cut the ftira bread in half.

2

Heat olive oil and a bit of butter in a pan.

3

Add the sausages and cook until they are browned.

4

Slice the Maltese tomatoes and add them to the pan.

5

Butterfly the sausages to cook them faster.

6

Add slices of Maltese bacon to the pan.

7

Cook the bacon until crispy.

8

Add baked beans to the pan but do not mix them in too much to avoid making it wet.

9

Crack eggs into the pan and let them cook without stirring.

10

Sprinkle herbs over the mixture for flavor.

11

Serve the cooked mixture on a plate with HP sauce.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlmixing spoonrolling pinbaking sheetoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutenfishdairy

Also Known As

FtiraMaltese Bread

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