Carne de Sol na Manteiga
Pan-Fried Sun-Dried Beef (no yuca)
Yes, with a tweak: omit the traditional high-carb yuca (fried or puréed) that always accompanies this dish. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Sun-dried beef (carne de sol), rehydrated and typically pan-fried or grilled, often with generous amounts of butter and sautéed onions. It offers a unique texture and concentrated beefy flavor. Traditionally served with fried yuca.
Key ingredients
Carne de sol (sun-dried beef), butter, onions, garlic, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit the traditional high-carb yuca (fried or puréed) that always accompanies this dish. Can be paired with a simple green salad or steamed non-starchy vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Carne de Sol na Manteiga, por favor, mas sem a mandioca. Poderia vir com uma salada verde simples ou legumes cozidos no lugar?
Carne de Sol na Manteiga, please, but without the yuca. Can I have a simple green salad or steamed vegetables instead?
Watch out for
Traditional starchy sides are a significant carb risk. Some restaurants might serve it with a creamy sauce that contains flour or starch.
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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