Mojo de Hígado (Keto sin Arroz ni Tortillas)
Guatemalan Liver in Tomato Sauce (no rice/tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no tortillas, no beans, and no potatoes. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender pieces of beef or chicken liver cooked in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce with sautéed onions, bell peppers, garlic, and traditional spices. A highly nutritious and flavorful dish, modified to be keto-friendly by omitting starchy sides like rice or tortillas.
Key ingredients
Beef or chicken liver, tomatoes (diced or pureed), onions, bell peppers, garlic, olive oil, cilantro, salt, pepper, spices (e.g., cumin, bay leaf).
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no tortillas, no beans, and no potatoes. Confirm the tomato sauce is not sweetened and not thickened with flour or masa. Can be served with a side of simple green salad or grilled low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the tomato sauce. Flour or masa used as a thickener in the sauce. Traditional high-carb sides if not explicitly omitted.
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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