Higado Encebollado (Keto)
Keto Liver and Onions
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice and no tortillas. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A simple yet flavorful dish of pan-fried beef liver cooked with thinly sliced onions until tender and lightly caramelized. This keto version is served without any high-carb sides and ensures no flour dusting on the liver.
Key ingredients
Beef liver, white onion, olive oil/butter, garlic, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice and no tortillas. Confirm no flour or breading is used on the liver before cooking.
Watch out for
Flour dusting on the liver (common in some preparations). High-carb sides like rice or tortillas. Onions, while keto-friendly in moderation, can contribute to total carbs in large quantities.
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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