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One of the most deeply rooted and authentic meat dishes of Sassari, Zimino is prepared by grilling calf offal over charcoal.
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Zimino is not just a dish but a social ritual for the people of Sassari. Offal such as tripe, intestines, liver, and heart obtained from young calves are grilled over charcoal. Often consumed during local festivals and open-air gatherings, this flavor stands out from other offal dishes in Italia due to its unique grilling technique. You can locate traditional trattorias in the city center using the Map.
Ingredients
- 500 g calf thin intestines
- 300 g calf tripe
- 200 g calf liver and heart
- Fresh olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
Preparation
- Thoroughly clean and dry all the offal pieces.
- Cut the tripe and other meats into strips or pieces suitable for grilling.
- Prepare the charcoal grill until the coals are perfectly hot and glowing.
- Grill the offals over high heat, turning frequently so the outside gets crispy while the inside stays juicy, then season with salt and serve hot.
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