Lengua Frita
Fried Tongue
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breading or flour coating. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ecuadorian dishes.
What it is
Beef tongue, slow-cooked until extremely tender, then sliced and pan-fried or deep-fried until the exterior is crispy. It's seasoned simply with salt and pepper.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, lard), salt, black pepper, optional (garlic).
How to make it keto
Ensure no breading or flour coating. Request for it to be simply fried. Omit any high-carb side dishes typically offered.
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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