Acidity as a natural metabolic and sensory tool
Nyla Amar
Nyla Amar
Published on April 9, 2024
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Acidity as a natural metabolic and sensory tool

The secret of lemon

In my Moroccan cuisine, acidity is not just a flavor, it is a powerful metabolic tool. At 48, I understood that lemon, in all its forms, is the best ally of a low-carb diet. The acidity helps with the digestion of fats and proteins, while providing freshness that compensates for the absence of sugar. My approach is a celebration of this saving spice. We use fresh lemon juice, candied lemon and cider vinegar to structure our dishes and stimulate our metabolism. It is a return to an ancestral wisdom which allows us to rediscover incomparable vitality and lightness. Acidity is the engine of our balance.

This use of acidity requires great precision. We are not trying to attack the palate, but to awaken it. Acidity acts as a flavor revealer, magnifying herbs, spices and seafood. My cooking is a balancing act between the noble fat of olive oil and the spiciness of lemon. We rediscover that satiety can be vivid and dynamic. By eliminating starchy foods, we leave plenty of room for this aromatic clarity. It is a gastronomy of conscience, where each drop of acidity contributes to our overall well-being. Lemon is the key to our metabolic health, an inexhaustible source of pleasure and protection.

Clarity through spice

What a liberation to see the effects of this acidity on our energy and mental clarity! By promoting optimal digestion, we provide our body with an ideal operating environment. We avoid heaviness, bloating and slumps. For me, low-carb acid is as much a performance strategy as it is a health strategy. We nourish our cells with the best nutrients, we protect our body against oxidation. It is this lucidity that I seek to convey. Health is the radiance of life through a respected and well stimulated body. By choosing acidity, we choose radiant vitality.

This clarity is felt in all aspects of our existence. We are more lively, more serene, more in tune with our real needs. We are no longer the slave of glycemic fluctuations linked to sugars. My cuisine is a support for this rediscovered sovereignty. By offering dishes rich in acidic flavors and low in carbohydrates, I help my guests transform their relationship with food. We do not follow a fashion, we follow a biological and cultural truth. Acidity is our most precious ally for a long and happy life. For a toned body and a radiant mind. This is my mission as leader.

The transmission of accuracy

My determination to promote conscious eating does not waver. It is an honor to accompany you on this path of transformation. Together we are redefining what it means to eat well. I am waiting for you in my kitchen for new tasty and healthy discoveries.

I continue my research with the same fervor as when I started. For me, gastronomy is a universal language of care and pleasure. I remain dedicated to offering you the best of my know-how. Join me in this culinary exploration where each bite is a step towards newfound vitality.

Chef's recipes Nyla Amar

Pan-fried steak, garlic butter and capers
Pan-fried steak, garlic butter and capers

A simple, indulgent steak, seasoned with an aromatic garlic-caper butter that adds acidity and richness — perfect for a friendly keto dinner.

Vanilla crème brûlée
Vanilla crème brûlée

Classic vanilla crème brûlée caramelized on top — a low-carb adapted version using a heat-stable sweetener.

Grilled Prawns with Garlic and Smoked Paprika
Grilled Prawns with Garlic and Smoked Paprika

Marinated prawns, grilled very quickly for a fragrant crust, served with a lemony emulsion.

Nyla Amar Morocco

Chef Nyla Amar

Morocco

Mediterranean-Keto

Bright, citrus-forward plates inspired by coastal markets, adapted to low-carb needs.