Hígado a la Plancha
Grilled Liver
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Puerto Rican dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced beef liver, seasoned and quickly grilled or pan-seared until tender. A straightforward and protein-rich dish often served with onions and a dash of vinegar.
Key ingredients
Beef liver, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, white vinegar (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure it's served plain or with just sautéed onions (not heavily caramelized with sugar) and no high-carb accompaniments like rice or mofongo. Request a generous drizzle of olive oil or butter.
Watch out for
Caramelized onions with added sugar; high-carb side dishes; vegetable oil choices.
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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