Mollejas a la Parrilla
Grilled Sweetbreads
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Uruguayan dishes.
What it is
A highly regarded delicacy in Uruguayan cuisine, sweetbreads (the thymus gland) are typically grilled until they develop a beautiful golden-brown, crispy exterior while remaining incredibly creamy and rich on the inside. Often served with a squeeze of lemon.
Key ingredients
Beef sweetbreads, salt, lemon (optional garnish), olive oil.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure they are not breaded (which is generally not traditional for grilled mollejas) and decline any bread served on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Las Mollejas, por favor, ¿pueden ser sin rebozar y sin pan?
For the Mollejas, please ensure they are not breaded and no bread on the side.
Watch out for
None. Sweetbreads themselves are naturally very low-carb. Just ensure no breading or starchy accompaniments.
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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