Bofe Frito
Fried Beef Lung
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breading or flour coating is used. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ecuadorian dishes.
What it is
Slices of beef lung, typically pre-boiled until tender, then pan-fried or deep-fried until crispy. It's simply seasoned with salt, pepper, and sometimes garlic powder.
Key ingredients
Beef lung, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, lard), salt, black pepper, optional (garlic powder).
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no breading or flour coating is used. Ask for it to be simply fried. Omit any high-carb side dishes.
Watch out for
Breading or flour coating, high-carb 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.
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