Sesos a la Manteca
Pan-fried Beef Brains in Butter
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Paraguayan dishes.
What it is
A rich and delicate traditional dish featuring beef brains, often pan-fried in generous amounts of butter with a touch of fresh parsley. This offal delicacy is naturally high in fat and nutrients.
Key ingredients
Beef brains, unsalted butter, fresh parsley, garlic, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading (unlikely for this dish but good to confirm). Request no bread or starchy sides like mandioca or potatoes. Keep preparation simple.
Watch out for
Restaurants might serve with high-carb sides by default. Very rarely, some recipes might use a tiny bit of flour for thickening, but authentic versions are usually just butter-fried.
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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