Higadillas de Pollo Fritas
Fried Chicken Livers (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
Crispy, deep-fried chicken livers seasoned simply with salt and pepper. A popular and flavorful 'boca' (appetizer) or main dish, naturally low in carbs when served without breading or high-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Chicken livers, cooking oil (e.g., lard, vegetable oil), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or breading is used. Request no high-carb sides like yuca, plantains, or rice.
Watch out for
Restaurants might dust with flour before frying; always clarify 'sin empanizar' (without breading). Often served with high-carb sides.
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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