Ulimi wa Ng'ombe Choma na Kachumbari
Grilled Beef Tongue with Kachumbari Salad
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugary marinades are used on the tongue. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Kenyan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender beef tongue, expertly grilled after being slow-cooked for tenderness, seasoned with aromatic spices. Served with a fresh, vibrant kachumbari salad of diced tomatoes, onions, and chili.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, cooking oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, ginger powder, lemon juice for marinade. Kachumbari: tomatoes, red onions, green chilies, cilantro, lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugary marinades are used on the tongue. Kachumbari is naturally keto, but confirm no added sugar in the dressing.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades for the tongue, excessive onion/tomato in kachumbari if portion is very large.
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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