Fegato con Cipolle
Sautéed Calf's Liver with Onions
Yes, with a tweak: ask for the onions to be cooked minimally to reduce caramelization (and thus natural sugar content), or request fewer onions. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Italian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Thinly sliced, tender calf's liver quickly pan-fried or sautéed to a delicate finish, served alongside a generous portion of gently cooked, caramelized onions. A classic, nutrient-rich dish with a distinctive savory-sweet profile.
Key ingredients
Calf's liver, yellow onions, olive oil, butter, dry white wine (optional, for deglazing), fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ask for the onions to be cooked minimally to reduce caramelization (and thus natural sugar content), or request fewer onions. Crucially, confirm no flour dredging is used on the liver before cooking. Request extra butter or olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per il Fegato con Cipolle, si prega di cuocere le cipolle minimamente o usarne meno. Nessuna infarinatura per il fegato. Vorrei burro o olio d'oliva extra.
For the Fegato con Cipolle, please cook onions minimally or use fewer. Ensure no flour on the liver. I'd like extra butter or olive oil.
Watch out for
Onions become significantly sweeter and higher in net carbs when caramelized. Some kitchens may dredge the liver in flour before sautéing, adding unwanted carbs.
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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