A Book of Mediterranean Food

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AÏLLADE


A mixture of garlic, basil, and
grilled tomatoes, pounded in the
mortar. Olive oil is added drop by
drop, until thick.


MOHAMMED’S SAUCE FOR FISH


Mayonnaise, 2 hard-boiled eggs, 3
anchovies (boned and chopped or 4
anchovy fillets), 2 teaspoons of capers,
2 level tablespoons of finely chopped
celery, 2 tablespoons of peeled,
chopped fresh cucumber, a little grated
onion or shallot.
Stir all the chopped ingredients
into a cupful of stiff mayonnaise,
then add the grated raw onion or
shallot to taste.

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