Europe · Southern Europe
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Tender chicken pieces braised in a flavorful sauce with briny olives, zesty capers, and a hint of lemon and white wine, evoking the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean.
A comforting and hearty baked rice dish, 'Ross fil-Forn' is a staple in Maltese households. It typically features rice baked with a rich meat sauce, béchamel, and cheese, creating a delicious casserole.
A simple yet flavorful dish featuring fresh fish baked with aromatic herbs, lemon, and white wine, creating a light and healthy meal that highlights the Mediterranean influences on Maltese cuisine.
A rustic Maltese bread, often sourdough, filled with a simple yet delicious combination of eggs, tomatoes, and sometimes anchovies or cheese.
Iconic Maltese savory pastries with a flaky, multi-layered crust, typically filled with ricotta cheese or mushy peas. They are a popular snack enjoyed at any time of day.
Bell peppers generously filled with a savory mixture of minced meat, rice, herbs, and tomatoes, then baked until tender and flavorful. This dish is a comforting and hearty representation of Maltese home cooking.
Kapunata is Malta's vibrant take on caponata, a sweet, sour, and savory vegetable stew. It features a medley of seasonal vegetables, most notably eggplant, bell peppers, and tomatoes, slow-cooked to perfection.
A hearty and comforting vegetable soup featuring kusksu (small pasta pearls), often enriched with eggs and flavored with mint and lemon.
A simple yet flavorful one-pan dish featuring flaky white fish baked with tender potatoes, sweet tomatoes, and aromatic Mediterranean herbs.
Sweet, spiced rings filled with a rich treacle and spice mixture, a traditional Maltese treat often enjoyed during festive seasons.
Crispy and savory fritters packed with fresh prawns and aromatic herbs, a delightful Maltese appetizer or snack.
Thinly pounded beef olives (bragioli) are stuffed with a savory mixture of bacon, breadcrumbs, hard-boiled eggs, and herbs, then braised in a rich tomato and wine sauce.
A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender octopus simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with garlic, herbs, and a touch of white wine, a beloved Maltese coastal dish.
Flaky, savory pastries filled with a seasoned ricotta cheese mixture, often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer.
A rustic and flavorful dip made from mashed broad beans, garlic, and a blend of spices, often served with crusty bread or crackers. It's a staple appetizer in Maltese cuisine.
Traditional Maltese sweet pastries made of a thin, crisp pastry filled with a spiced date paste. They are typically deep-fried and infused with the flavors of aniseed and citrus.
A rich and savory Maltese-style pork belly dish, slow-cooked to tender perfection and infused with the sweet and tangy notes of prunes and a hint of wine.
Timpana is a show-stopping Maltese dish featuring macaroni pasta coated in a rich meat sauce, then encased in a savory shortcrust pastry and baked until golden brown. It's a celebratory and hearty meal.
Aljotta is a traditional Maltese fish soup, particularly popular during Lent due to its meat-free nature. It's characterized by its rich flavor derived from using whole fish, along with garlic, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs.
A quintessential Maltese open-faced sandwich, featuring crusty bread rubbed with ripe tomatoes, drizzled with olive oil, and often topped with tuna, capers, onions, and olives. It's a simple yet flavorful representation of Maltese culinary tradition.
A hearty and flavorful rabbit stew, considered Malta's national dish. It features slow-cooked rabbit in a rich sauce with wine, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, often served with vegetables.
Crispy fried Maltese cheeselets (ġbejniet) served with a sweet honey drizzle, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. This dish is a popular appetizer or snack, showcasing a staple Maltese cheese.
A hearty and flavorful slow-cooked lamb stew, enriched with Mediterranean herbs and finished with pasta, offering a comforting taste of Maltese tradition.
A popular Maltese appetizer or snack, Zalzett tal-Malti are flavorful pork sausages seasoned with a unique blend of spices, often served fried with a crusty bread or as part of a larger meze platter.
Traditional Maltese Easter cookies filled with almond paste and decorated with icing or chocolate, often shaped into figures.
Inspired by the rich flavors of Maltese rabbit stew (fenkata), this chicken liver pâté incorporates similar aromatic herbs and wine, creating a deeply savory and spreadable delicacy.
A savory pie featuring flaky white fish (lampuki, or dorado/mahi-mahi) baked with vegetables, herbs, and olives in a rich tomato sauce, all encased in a golden pastry crust.
