Caldeirada de Frutos do Mar (Ensopado Keto)
Brazilian Seafood Stew (Keto Version, without Rice/Pirão)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, rice, pirão, or other starchy vegetables/thickeners. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful Brazilian seafood stew featuring a variety of fish and shellfish (e.g., shrimp, squid, mussels, firm white fish) cooked in a savory broth with fresh tomatoes, bell peppers, and fragrant herbs. Modified to be low-carb by omitting starchy thickeners and served without traditional rice or pirão.
Key ingredients
Assorted seafood (fish fillets, shrimp, squid, mussels), extra virgin olive oil, garlic, onion, bell peppers (red, yellow, green), diced tomatoes (moderate amount), fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, fish broth, salt, black pepper. Optional: a touch of coconut milk for creaminess.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, rice, pirão, or other starchy vegetables/thickeners. Ensure the tomato base is minimal or sugar-free. Ask for extra olive oil and a side of green vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Na Caldeirada de Frutos do Mar, por favor, sem batata, arroz, pirão ou espessantes com amido. Base de tomate mínima ou sem açúcar. Quero azeite extra e um acompanhamento de legumes verdes.
For the Caldeirada de Frutos do Mar, please, no potatoes, rice, pirão, or starchy thickeners. Ensure the tomato base is sugar-free or minimal. Extra olive oil and a side of green vegetables.
Watch out for
Potatoes, cassava, or other starchy vegetables. Sugars in tomato paste or sauces. Excessive onions and bell peppers. Cornstarch or flour used as thickeners.
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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