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Walnut, Basil and Ġbejna Spread

Fresh earthy Walnut, Basil and Ġbejna Spread; a wonderful topping for your bread for lunchtime or even breakfast. Easily prepared in few minutes!
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Maltese, Mediterranean
Keyword: dip, Fresh, Spread
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 200 g fresh ġbejniet
  • 30 g dried ġbejna peppered or plain
  • handful of fresh basil leaves
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 50 g walnuts
  • 30 g pistachios
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • chili flakes to taste

Instructions

  • Roast the walnuts and pistachios for about 8 minutes at 180°C/350°F. Stir the nuts halfway through and keep an eye so not to burn them. Let slightly cool.
  • Once the nuts are slightly cooled, add to a blender together with the salt, garlic and dried ġbejna. Blend everything until everything is in crumbs.
  • Add the basil, olive oil and black pepper. Blend until you get a smooth paste.
  • Transfer the paste to a bowl and add the fresh ġbejniet, mash everything together with a fork, making sure that it's well combined and there is an even colour.
  • Place the spread in a shallow plate or bowl, drizzle with some olive oil and sprinkle with chili flakes. Serve with bread or crackers!