Hígado de Res Frito
Fried Beef Liver
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
Thin slices of beef liver, a popular and traditional dish in Cuba, simply seasoned with salt and pepper. The liver is pan-fried quickly in a generous amount of cooking oil or lard until it forms a slight crust on the outside while remaining tender within.
Key ingredients
Beef liver, cooking oil (e.g., olive oil or lard), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Explicitly request the liver to be fried plain, without any onions (to avoid the 'encebollado' style if not specified keto) or any sugary sauces. A squeeze of fresh lemon or lime can be added for flavor.
Watch out for
Being served 'encebollado' (with onions) in a way that adds too many carbs, or with a sugary sauce, or 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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