Gallinejas y Entresijos
Fried Lamb Intestines and Mesentery
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Spanish dishes.
What it is
A classic Madrid specialty, consisting of deep-fried lamb intestines (gallinejas) and lamb mesentery (entresijos). The gallinejas are often twisted into a spiral, while entresijos are crispy fatty membranes. Both are fried until golden brown and exceptionally crispy. A unique and robustly flavored, naturally keto dish.
Key ingredients
Lamb intestines, lamb mesentery, high-quality frying oil (often olive oil or pork lard), sea salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or breading is used for frying (authentic preparation does not use it). Request without any accompanying bread or starchy sides.
Watch out for
None if prepared authentically and served plain. Frying oil quality can vary, but typically it's keto-appropriate.
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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