Bolinho de Carne Low-Carb (Fritters de Carne Bovina, sem Farinha)
Keto Beef Fritters (without Flour)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm with the kitchen that absolutely no breadcrumbs, wheat flour, cassava flour, or other high-carb binders are used in the preparation. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Savory Brazilian beef fritters, traditionally made with seasoned ground beef and often fried. This keto version is meticulously prepared without traditional breadcrumbs, wheat flour, or cassava flour as a binder, focusing on the rich flavor of the beef and seasonings, pan-fried or deep-fried to a golden crisp.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, egg (as a natural binder), salt, black pepper, a pinch of cumin, cooking oil (e.g., olive oil, or a keto-friendly frying oil).
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm with the kitchen that absolutely no breadcrumbs, wheat flour, cassava flour, or other high-carb binders are used in the preparation. Ensure they are not served with any sugary dipping sauces or starchy side dishes.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Bolinho de Carne Low-Carb, confirme que não usam farinha de rosca, trigo ou mandioca. Sirva sem molhos doces ou acompanhamentos com amido.
For the Bolinho de Carne Low-Carb, please confirm no breadcrumbs, wheat flour, or cassava flour are used. Serve without sugary sauces or starchy sides.
Watch out for
The most significant carb risk is the use of traditional binders like breadcrumbs or flour. Restaurants may use pre-made ground meat mixes or spice blends that contain hidden starches or sugars. Dipping sauces often contain added sugars.
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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