Curried Brain (Trinidadian Style, No Chickpeas or Potatoes)
Trinidadian Curried Brain
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no chickpeas (channa) or potatoes are included in the curry. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Trinidadian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender and rich lamb, goat, or beef brain simmered in a flavorful Trinidadian curry sauce with aromatic spices, green seasoning, onions, and tomatoes. A unique and authentic organ meat dish.
Key ingredients
Brain (lamb, goat, or beef), Trinidadian curry powder, green seasoning, onion, garlic, pimento peppers, Scotch bonnet pepper, tomatoes (diced or paste), olive oil/coconut oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no chickpeas (channa) or potatoes are included in the curry. Confirm no added sugar to the curry base.
Watch out for
Chickpeas and potatoes are very common additions to curried brain, so explicit omission is vital. Hidden sugars in tomato paste or curry mixtures.
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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