Lengua Frita con Ensalada de Repollo
Fried Beef Tongue with Cabbage Salad (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
Tender, pre-cooked beef tongue slices, pan-fried until slightly crispy and golden. Served simply with a refreshing side of crisp cabbage and tomato salad, this flavorful dish is a great keto option, avoiding the typical rice or other starches.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, vegetable oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, fresh cabbage, tomatoes, vinegar, cilantro.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no breading or flour is used for frying the tongue. Ensure the cabbage salad dressing is sugar-free. Request extra oil/butter for frying.
Watch out for
Flour/cornstarch dredging for frying the tongue, sugary salad dressings, starchy sides like rice or plantains.
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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