Maltese Bread with Tomatoes Hobz Biz Zejt
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with *Hobz Biz Zejt*, a traditional Maltese bread with tomatoes that effortlessly combines simplicity and taste. This no-cook recipe starts with crusty Maltese or sourdough bread, rubbed generously with ripe tomatoes to infuse each slice with sweet, juicy pulp. Drizzled with premium extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper, it’s topped with briny capers, sliced black olives, and an optional layer of rich tuna for added heartiness. Fresh basil leaves complete this rustic masterpiece, delivering a burst of fragrance and color. Ready in just 10 minutes, this iconic Maltese dish is the perfect choice for a quick appetizer, light lunch, or snack, best served with a crisp salad or a refreshing glass of white wine.
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Ingredients
- 4 slices Maltese bread or crusty sourdough bread
- 2 large Ripe tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 2 tablespoons Black olives (pitted and sliced)
- 0.25 cups Canned or jarred tuna in olive oil (optional)
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing the ingredients. Wash and dry the tomatoes, capers, and fresh basil leaves.
Step 2
Cut the tomatoes in half and rub the cut side of each tomato generously over one side of each bread slice. Use enough pressure to release the tomato juices and pulp, covering the bread surface.
Step 3
Drizzle about 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each slice of tomato-smeared bread for a rich, flavorful foundation.
Step 4
Sprinkle the bread with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Step 5
Top each slice with a few capers and a small handful of sliced black olives for a briny pop of flavor.
Step 6
If using tuna, add a small amount to each slice, spreading it out evenly across the bread.
Step 7
Finish each slice with a fresh basil leaf or two for a fragrant and vibrant garnish.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a snack, appetizer, or light lunch, accompanied by a crisp side salad or a glass of chilled white wine.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (763.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1350.1 |
| Total Fat 70.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 24.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2534.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 134.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.4g | |
| Protein 41.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 34.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 117.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1327.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories