Sesos a la Manteca
Brains in Butter
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no bread is served as an accompaniment for dipping the butter. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Uruguayan dishes.
What it is
A traditional Uruguayan delicacy consisting of beef brains, gently poached and then often pan-fried in generous amounts of butter, sometimes finished with a touch of lemon and fresh parsley. Rich and unctuous.
Key ingredients
Beef brains, unsalted butter, lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no bread is served as an accompaniment for dipping the butter. Request a simple side of mixed greens with olive oil and vinegar dressing.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Los Sesos a la Manteca, por favor, sin pan. ¿Me podría traer una ensalada de hojas verdes con aderezo de aceite de oliva y vinagre en su lugar?
For the Sesos a la Manteca, please no bread. Can I have a simple side of mixed greens with olive oil and vinegar dressing instead?
Watch out for
Being served with bread or other high-carb 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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