Corazón de Res Asado con Encurtido de Cebolla
Grilled Beef Heart with Pickled Onion (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
Marinated beef heart, often skewered and grilled until tender and flavorful, seasoned with garlic, cumin, and lime. Served with a tangy pickled onion relish, a popular street food option that's naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Beef heart, lime juice, garlic, cumin, oregano, olive oil, salt, pepper, red onion, white vinegar, water (for pickled onion).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary marinades are used. Confirm pickled onions are made without sugar. Request it served plain or with a simple green salad.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades, sugar in pickled onions, high-carb side dishes.
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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