Top 3 Maltese Bean Dishes

Bigilla is a broad bean dip originating from Malta. It is usually eaten as a snack or a spread, served with Maltese crackers called galletti, or toasted sourdough bread. Soaked and boiled dried tic beans—ful ta’ Girba are mashed with garlic, parsley, and olive oil into a paste seasoned with salt and pepper, which can optionally be flavored with chili, lemon juice, and various herbs.Expand

Ful bit-tewm is a traditional stew originating from Malta. The stew is usually made with a combination of broad beans, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper. The ingredients are simply boiled in a saucepan and simmered until the beans are fully cooked and the water is completely reduced. This bean stew is usually served hot, but it can also be enjoyed cold or at room temperature the following day. It's recommended to serve the dish with Maltese bread, oil, and tomatoes on the side. Expand

Fażola bajda bit-tewm u t-tursin is a traditional appetizer, side dish, or salad originating from Malta. It's usually made with a combination of white beans, chopped garlic, sliced scallions, chopped parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. The ingredients are simply all tossed together, then dressed with olive oil and vinegar and seasoned with salt and pepper before serving. When served as an appetizer, Fażola bajda bit-tewm u t-tursin is usually accompanied by Maltese cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and Maltese bread on the side.Expand