Carne Seca Acebolada (sem Mandioca/Aipim)
Sautéed Dried Beef with Onions (without Cassava)
Yes, with a tweak: **Absolutely essential to request without mandioca (cassava) or aipim.** Confirm no sugar is added to the onions while caramelizing. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Rehydrated and shredded or diced dried beef, pan-fried until tender, and generously topped with sautéed onions. This dish is a very popular bar food (petisco) or main course, with cassava (mandioca/aipim) being a traditional but high-carb accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Dried beef (carne seca), onions, garlic, olive oil or butter, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley.
How to make it keto
**Absolutely essential to request without mandioca (cassava) or aipim.** Confirm no sugar is added to the onions while caramelizing.
Watch out for
The accompanying mandioca/aipim is a major carbohydrate source; its omission is non-negotiable for keto. Ensure onions are not overly caramelized with added sugar.
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.