Arnavut Ciğeri
Albanian-Style Fried Liver
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that no flour ('un') or cornstarch is used for coating the liver. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Cubes of calf's liver, lightly floured (traditional, but some skip or use cornstarch, critical for keto) and then quickly deep-fried until tender. Served with finely chopped raw onions, parsley, and sometimes chili flakes.
Key ingredients
Calf's liver, olive oil (for frying), salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, onions, parsley.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Confirm that no flour ('un') or cornstarch is used for coating the liver. Ask for no bread on the side, and no potatoes (which are sometimes served with it).
Watch out for
Flour coating for frying is a major risk. Sometimes served with potatoes or bread, which must be refused. Large amounts of raw onions can add up.
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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