Mollejas de Cordero Guisadas
Stewed Lamb Sweetbreads (Keto, without Rice or Beans)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no beans, and no tortillas. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Lamb sweetbreads (thymus gland) gently stewed in a savory sauce, often with herbs, onions, and mild chiles, resulting in a tender and rich dish. A delicacy in some regions.
Key ingredients
Lamb sweetbreads, white onion, garlic, mild dried chiles (e.g., guajillo), herbs (e.g., epazote), vegetable oil/lard, chicken broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no beans, and no tortillas. Confirm no flour or starchy thickeners are used in the sauce.
Watch out for
Flour thickeners in sauce, excessive onion, potential for high-carb vegetable additions, hidden sugars in sauce.
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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