Salata Mokh
Tunisian Brain Salad with Capers and Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Tunisian dishes.
What it is
A refreshing salad made from tender, boiled lamb or beef brain, chilled and dressed generously with olive oil, lemon juice, capers, fresh parsley, and sometimes a hint of finely diced red onion. Served cold as an appetizer or light main.
Key ingredients
Lamb/Beef brain, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, capers, fresh parsley, garlic, salt, black pepper, optional finely diced red onion.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes, chickpeas, or bread are served alongside. Confirm dressing contains no hidden sugars.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سلطة المخ، لو سمحت تكون بدون بطاطا، حمص، أو خبز جانبي. وتأكد لي إن التتبيلة ما فيها سكر مضاف.
For the Salata Mokh, please serve without potatoes, chickpeas, or bread. Also, ensure the dressing contains no added sugars.
Watch out for
Served with bread/baguette, hidden potato in the salad mix, croutons if not specified.
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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