Caçarola de Carne Seca com Legumes Keto e Queijo
Dried Beef Casserole with Keto Vegetables and Cheese
Yes, with a tweak: ensure only keto-friendly vegetables are used (no potatoes, mandioca, sweet potato). About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty baked casserole featuring savory shredded carne seca (dried beef) layered with a rich mixture of low-carb vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, and limited tomatoes, all topped with a generous layer of melted cheese.
Key ingredients
Carne seca (rehydrated, desalinated, and shredded), zucchini, bell peppers, onion, garlic, canned diced tomatoes (limited), olive oil, cream cheese or catupiry (keto-friendly version), mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, parsley.
How to make it keto
Ensure only keto-friendly vegetables are used (no potatoes, mandioca, sweet potato). Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce base. Opt for a rustic tomato base without added sugar.
Watch out for
Traditional casseroles often include root vegetables. Tomato sauces can contain hidden sugars. Thickening agents like flour or cornstarch must be avoided.
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.