Ftira tar-Randan with a Twist

Ingredients

• 1 ftira bread (10-inch diameter) 1 ftira bread (10-inch diameter)
• 200g (7 oz) fresh tuna steak, grilled and sliced 200g (7 oz) fresh tuna steak, grilled and sliced
• 1 roasted red pepper, sliced 1 roasted red pepper, sliced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tomato, sliced 1 tomato, sliced
• 1/4 cup pitted black olives, halved 1/4 cup pitted black olives, halved
• 1 tablespoon capers 1 tablespoon capers
• Handful of arugula Handful of arugula
• Olive oil, for drizzling Olive oil, for drizzling
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 12g (2g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 30g (4g sugars)
• Protein: 24g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   Season the tuna steak with salt and pepper. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked to your desired doneness. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
3. 3.
   Cut the ftira bread in half horizontally, creating a top and bottom layer.
4. 4.
   Drizzle olive oil on both sides of the ftira bread.
5. 5.
   Layer the grilled tuna, roasted red pepper, red onion, tomato, black olives, capers, and arugula on the bottom half of the ftira bread.
6. 6.
   Place the top half of the ftira bread on the filling.
7. 7.
   Press down gently to secure the ingredients.
8. 8.
   Cut the ftira tar-Randan into wedges and serve.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Tuna — Make sure to grill the tuna steak to your desired doneness. Overcooking can result in a dry texture.
• Ftira bread — If you can't find ftira bread, you can substitute it with a similar flatbread like focaccia or ciabatta.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of flavor, you can add a drizzle of balsamic glaze or a sprinkle of dried oregano to the filling.
• If you prefer a spicier version, you can add a few slices of chili pepper to the filling.
• Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your preferences. You can add or substitute ingredients like roasted eggplant, feta cheese, or fresh basil.

Serving advice

Serve the Ftira tar-Randan with a side of mixed greens or a refreshing cucumber and tomato salad. It pairs well with a glass of chilled white wine or a traditional Maltese soft drink called Kinnie.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can garnish the plate with a sprig of fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil. Serve the ftira wedges on a wooden cutting board or a colorful platter to make it visually appealing.