Carne de Sol com Queijo Coalho (Keto Modificado)
Keto Modified Sun-dried Beef with Grilled Cheese
Yes, with a tweak: cRITICALLY, request NO yuca (aipim/macaxeira), NO farofa, and NO pirão. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Salt-cured and partially dried beef, often pan-fried or grilled, resulting in a distinctively savory and tender meat. This keto version is served alongside grilled queijo coalho (a firm, salty, halloumi-style cheese).
Key ingredients
Carne de Sol (beef), olive oil/butter, garlic, onions, queijo coalho (cheese).
How to make it keto
CRITICALLY, request NO yuca (aipim/macaxeira), NO farofa, and NO pirão. You may ask for extra grilled onions and peppers or a side of sautéed greens if available.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Na Carne de Sol, por favor, sem aipim, sem farofa e sem pirão. Pode ser com mais cebola e pimentos grelhados ou verduras salteadas?
For the Carne de Sol, please no yuca, farofa, or pirão. Can I have extra grilled onions/peppers or sautéed greens?
Watch out for
The traditional accompaniments (yuca, farofa, pirão) are extremely high in carbs. Beef itself is usually fine. Onions contain some carbs.
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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