Mollejas de Cordero al Ajillo (Keto)
Lamb Sweetbreads with Garlic Sauce (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
Tender lamb sweetbreads (mollejas) sautéed to perfection in a rich and aromatic garlic sauce made with olive oil, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime juice. This dish is naturally low-carb and high in healthy fats.
Key ingredients
Lamb sweetbreads, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
No specific modifications usually needed as this dish is inherently keto. Simply confirm no breading or starchy thickeners are used in the sauce and request a side green salad if available.
Watch out for
Potential use of starchy thickeners in sauce (uncommon for 'al ajillo'); starchy side dishes.
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.