Torta tal-irkotta

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Torta tal-irkotta is a Maltese pie consisting of a puff pastry or shortcrust pastry base that is filled with a combination of ricotta, goat's cheese, beaten eggs, cream, chopped parsley, and either broad beans or peas. The pie is a favorite with many Maltese people, and it is typically baked until it develops a golden-brown color on the exterior. It is then sliced and (ideally) served with a fresh salad on the side.