Mollejas de Res en Salsa de Pepitoria (Keto)
Keto Beef Sweetbreads in Pumpkin Seed Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no masa or other starchy thickeners are used in the pepitoria sauce. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent beef sweetbreads (mollejas) simmered in a creamy, nutty pepitoria sauce. The sauce is made from toasted and ground pumpkin seeds, fresh tomatoes, mild chiles, and spices, achieving its rich texture naturally without the need for traditional masa thickeners or added sugars.
Key ingredients
Beef sweetbreads, pumpkin seeds (pepitoria), fresh tomatoes, mild chiles, onion, garlic, beef broth, cooking oil (e.g., lard or vegetable), cilantro, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no masa or other starchy thickeners are used in the pepitoria sauce. Confirm no added sugars in the sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in sauce, starchy thickeners (masa). Pumpkin seeds contribute some carbohydrates that need to be accounted for.
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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