Assado de Costela Bovina (sem Acompanhamentos Carburados)
Slow-Roasted Beef Ribs with Keto Sides (no rice or farofa)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, farofa, mashed potatoes, or other starchy sides. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Tender, succulent beef ribs (costela bovina) slow-roasted until they are falling off the bone, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and sometimes garlic and onion. This rich and flavorful cut of meat is a Brazilian comfort food, best paired with a simple green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables instead of traditional high-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Beef short ribs (costela bovina), salt, black pepper, garlic, onion (optional), olive oil or beef fat for roasting.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, farofa, mashed potatoes, or other starchy sides. Ask for a side of steamed green vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans) or a simple mixed greens salad with olive oil and vinegar.
Watch out for
Marinades or rubs with sugar, gravies with thickeners (flour/starch), high-carb side dishes if not explicitly 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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