Caldeirada de Frutos do Mar (Sem Arroz, Batata ou Espessantes)
Seafood Stew (No Rice, Potatoes, or Thickeners)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no potatoes, and no flour or cornstarch thickeners. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Brazilian seafood stew featuring a variety of fish and shellfish cooked in a flavorful broth, often with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.
Key ingredients
Mixed seafood (fish fillets, shrimp, squid, mussels), onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, olive oil, white wine or broth.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request no rice, no potatoes, and no flour or cornstarch thickeners. Confirm no added sugar in the broth/sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para a Caldeirada, por favor, sem arroz e sem batata. Confirma que não tem farinha, amido ou açúcar adicionado no caldo?
For the Caldeirada, no rice, no potatoes. Please confirm no flour or cornstarch thickeners, and no added sugar in the broth.
Watch out for
Potatoes, flour/cornstarch thickeners, hidden sugars in tomato-based broths, excessive tomatoes/peppers/onions, traditionally served with rice.
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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