Moronga Frita (Keto)
Fried Blood Sausage with Onion and Cilantro (no carb sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no beans, no tortillas. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Blood sausage, often referred to as 'rellena', prepared by frying slices until crispy. It's rich and flavorful, typically served with lime, chopped onion, and cilantro. Usually accompanied by rice, beans, or tortillas which must be avoided for keto.
Key ingredients
Pork blood sausage (moronga/rellena), frying oil, lime wedges, chopped white onion, cilantro.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no beans, no tortillas. Inquire about the ingredients of the moronga itself; some versions may contain rice or bread as filler. Aim for a version with minimal to no fillers. Focus on the sausage itself with onion, cilantro, and lime.
Watch out for
Fillers (rice, bread) in the sausage mixture. Traditional high-carb sides (rice, beans, tortillas).
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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