Sesos con Mantequilla y Perejil
Sautéed Brains with Butter and Parsley
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
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See photos of this dish ›1gNet carbs
2gTotal carbs
1gFibre
25gProtein
55gFat
600Calories
What it is
Delicately prepared beef or pork brains, gently sautéed in rich butter with fresh parsley and garlic. A traditional and often rich 'boca' option.
Key ingredients
Sesos (cerebro de res o cerdo), mantequilla, perejil fresco, ajo, sal, pimienta.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading or starchy accompaniments are served with the dish.
Watch out for
None, if prepared strictly as described.
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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