Croí Líonta le Líonadh Ceto
Stuffed Lamb or Beef Heart with Keto Stuffing
Yes, with a tweak: the stuffing must be made with low-carb ingredients, avoiding breadcrumbs or starchy fillers. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Irish dishes.
What it is
Lamb or beef heart expertly prepared and stuffed with a rich, savory low-carb mixture of herbs, onions, and often mushrooms, then slow-cooked until tender.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef heart, butter, onions, celery, mushrooms, garlic, fresh herbs (thyme, parsley), egg, pork rinds/almond flour (for keto stuffing binder), beef/lamb broth, olive oil, green vegetables.
How to make it keto
Crucially, the stuffing must be made with low-carb ingredients, avoiding breadcrumbs or starchy fillers. Confirm braising liquid does not contain root vegetables or flour-based thickeners. Served with keto-friendly green vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional stuffing contains breadcrumbs. Braising liquid can sometimes include high-carb vegetables (carrots, potatoes) or flour/starch thickeners.
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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