Sesos a la Manteca

Pan-fried Beef Brain in Butter

Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Argentinian dishes.

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2gNet carbs

2gTotal carbs

0gFibre

25gProtein

65gFat

700Calories

What it is

Beef brains, often lightly poached then pan-fried in generous butter until golden, seasoned with fresh parsley and lemon. A rich and traditional delicacy in Argentinian cuisine.

Key ingredients

Beef brains, butter, parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper.

Optional tweaks

None typically needed. Confirm no breading or flour dusting on the brains.

Watch out for

Very low, usually no carb risks if prepared traditionally without breading.

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.