Vesevelő
Sautéed Kidney and Brain
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Hungarian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Hungarian delicacy featuring sautéed pork or calf kidney and brain, typically prepared with onions, paprika, and herbs. It's naturally low-carb and rich in nutrients.
Key ingredients
Pork/calf kidney, pork/calf brain, onions, lard/oil, paprika, salt, pepper, parsley.
Optional tweaks
Request no bread or starchy side. Confirm no flour is used for dusting/breading of the offal.
Say this to the waiter (Hungarian)
A Vesevelőhöz kenyeret vagy keményítős köretet nem kérek. Kérem, erősítsék meg, hogy liszt nélkül készítik, nem panírozzák.
For the Vesevelő, no bread or starchy side. Please confirm no flour is used for dusting or breading.
Watch out for
Potentially served with bread/toast; some chefs might add a pinch of flour for texture or as a binding agent.
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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