Tjvjik
Fried Liver and Onions
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Armenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A simple, savory dish of pan-fried beef or lamb liver with caramelized onions, often seasoned with paprika and black pepper. A rich and flavorful offal dish.
Key ingredients
Beef or lamb liver, onions, cooking oil (butter or vegetable oil), paprika, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour dusting on the liver. Confirm no sugar is added to the onions during caramelization (uncommon in Armenian savory dishes, but a good precaution).
Say this to the waiter (Armenian)
Թթվիճի համար խնդրում եմ համոզվել, որ լյարդի վրա ալյուր չկա։ Հաստատեք, որ սոխին շաքար չեն ավելացրել։
For the Tjvjik, please ensure no flour dusting on the liver. Confirm no sugar is added to the onions.
Watch out for
Flour dusting on liver; potential for sugar in caramelized onions (rare but possible in some restaurant preparations).
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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