Sesos a la Mantequilla
Brains in Butter Sauce
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Venezuelan dishes.
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8gTotal carbs
2gFibre
35gProtein
90gFat
950Calories
What it is
A traditional Venezuelan dish featuring calf or beef brains, gently cooked and served simply in a rich butter sauce, often seasoned with parsley.
Key ingredients
Calf/beef brains, butter, garlic, parsley, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce, which is typically not the case for this dish.
Watch out for
Sometimes served with bread or root vegetables on the side; ensure these are omitted.
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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