Ċappa tal-Baħar
Sea Urchin Roe
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
A highly prized seasonal delicacy in Malta, sea urchin roe is typically eaten raw, often served fresh in its shell with just a drizzle of good olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. It has a rich, briny flavor.
Key ingredients
Fresh sea urchin roe, extra virgin olive oil, lemon wedges.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread, crostini, or other carb-heavy accompaniments are served alongside. Request simple preparation with just olive oil and lemon.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għaċ-Ċappa tal-Baħar, jekk jogħġbok, mingħajr ħobż jew akkumpanjamenti b'ħafna karboidrati. Ippreparaha sempliċi biż-żejt taż-żebbuġa u l-lumi biss.
For the Ċappa tal-Baħar, please serve without bread or carb-heavy accompaniments. Prepare it simply with olive oil and lemon only.
Watch out for
Main carb risk is the accompaniment of bread or crackers; ensure these are omitted.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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