Fritada de Menudencias (Keto)
Keto Fried Mixed Offal Plate
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Ecuadorian dishes.
What it is
A hearty plate featuring various fried organ meats (menudencias) such as liver, kidney, and heart, seasoned and cooked until crispy. Served without the usual potato or corn sides.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork liver, kidney, heart, lard or cooking oil, garlic, onion, cumin, salt, pepper, cilantro. Served with a simple criolla salad (tomato and onion).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour coating on the offal. Ensure no high-carb additions like plantains, mote, or potatoes on the side. Request a side of fresh avocado or a green salad.
Watch out for
Sugary glazes, high-carb side dishes (mote, papas, maduro), excessive use of onions/peppers if stir-fried with them.
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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