Canja de Galinha (Keto, sem Arroz)
Keto Chicken Soup (without Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no rice, potatoes, or pasta. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting and nourishing Brazilian-style chicken soup. This keto version features tender shredded chicken, low-carb vegetables (such as zucchini, celery, and bell peppers), and fresh herbs simmered in a savory chicken broth, entirely without rice, potatoes, or pasta.
Key ingredients
Chicken (shredded or diced), chicken broth, onion, garlic, celery, zucchini, bell peppers, carrots (minimal, for flavor/color), olive oil, cilantro, parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no rice, potatoes, or pasta. Confirm only low-carb vegetables. Request minimal carrots if they tend to add a lot.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Na Canja, por favor, sem arroz, batata ou outros legumes com amido. Confirme que a sopa não é engrossada com farinha ou amido.
For the Canja, no rice, no potatoes or starchy vegetables. Confirm the soup is not thickened with flour or cornstarch.
Watch out for
Inclusion of traditional high-carb ingredients (rice, potato, pasta), high quantity of carrots or other root vegetables, stock cubes with hidden sugars or starches.
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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