Hígado a la Mexicana (Keto, Sin Papa)
Mexican Style Liver with Vegetables (Keto, No Potato)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ask for no potatoes, rice, or beans. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Pan-fried beef liver strips cooked with sautéed onions, tomatoes, and jalapeños (or serrano peppers) in a savory sauce. Traditionally served with rice and beans, but keto version omits these and any potatoes often added.
Key ingredients
Beef liver, Olive oil or lard, Onions, Tomatoes, Jalapeño or Serrano peppers, Garlic, Cilantro, Salt, Pepper, Cumin.
How to make it keto
Explicitly ask for no potatoes, rice, or beans. Request extra jalapeños or onions if desired. Confirm no sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Tomatoes add carbs. Some kitchens might add a pinch of sugar to balance tomato acidity. Traditionally served with rice/beans/potatoes, so clear communication is key.
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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