Mollejas de Pollo en Recado Rojo (Keto Modificado)
Chicken Gizzards in Red Sauce (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sin masa' or 'sin harina' (no corn dough or flour) for thickening the recado. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Flavorful chicken gizzards slow-simmered in a robust red recado (sauce) made from fire-roasted tomatoes, mild chiles, and aromatic spices. The sauce is prepared without traditional masa or flour to ensure it is keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Chicken gizzards, ripe tomatoes, mild red chiles (e.g., guajillo or pasilla), onion, garlic, chicken broth, olive oil, ground cumin, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, cilantro.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'sin masa' or 'sin harina' (no corn dough or flour) for thickening the recado. Ensure no added sugar to the sauce. Served without rice or tortillas.
Watch out for
Traditional thickening with masa or flour is very common. Hidden sugars in the tomato sauce or from commercially prepared recados.
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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