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Grilled Liver and Bacon
Yes, with a tweak: omit mashed potatoes. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Irish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional, hearty dish of pan-fried or grilled lamb's or calf's liver served with crispy bacon.
Key ingredients
Liver (lamb/calf), bacon rashers, butter/oil, onions (often served with gravy).
How to make it keto
Omit mashed potatoes. Ask for no flour in the gravy or request no gravy at all. Request extra green vegetables (cabbage, spinach, green beans) cooked with butter. Ensure liver is not floured before frying.
Watch out for
Mashed potatoes, flour-thickened gravy, flour on liver, sugary onion relishes.
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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