Bochecha de Porco Assada com Ervas e Brócolis
Roasted Pork Cheek with Herbs and Broccoli
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Incredibly tender and flavorful pork cheek, slow-roasted with aromatic herbs like bay leaf, rosemary, and thyme, allowing the fat to render and the meat to become meltingly soft. Served with steamed or sautéed broccoli florets.
Key ingredients
Pork cheek, olive oil, onion, garlic, bay leaf, rosemary, thyme, chicken or beef broth, salt, black pepper, broccoli, butter.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary glazes or high-carb thickeners are used in the roasting liquid. Broccoli should be simply prepared with fat.
Watch out for
Restaurants might add flour or cornstarch to thicken braising liquids. Watch for added sugar in any finishing sauces.
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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