Light bites / RICETTI
Maltese bean dip
A rustic dip of dried tic beans, garlic and parsley, for galletti or crusty bread.
◷ 100 min / 6 servings
Method
- Soak the beans overnight. Drain and rinse.
- Cover with fresh water and bring to the boil. Simmer for 75–90 minutes, or longer until very soft, topping up water as needed.
- Reserve a cup of cooking water. Drain and mash the beans with the garlic and oil.
- Add enough cooking water to make a soft dip. Stir in parsley, chilli and salt.
✳ From the kitchen
Time excludes overnight soaking. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tradition reference
Government of Malta · National Register of Traditional Agro-Food Products ↗Reference for the dish tradition. This recipe is an original home-kitchen adaptation; family versions vary. Not professionally kitchen-tested.