Carne Seca com Maxixe e Quiabo
Sun-Dried Beef with Spiny Cucumber & Okra
Yes, with a tweak: strictly request no rice, beans, or farofa. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Northeastern Brazilian dish featuring salt-cured, rehydrated, and shredded beef (carne seca) cooked until tender, then sautéed with maxixe (spiny cucumber) and okra in a savory, aromatic sauce.
Key ingredients
Carne seca (sun-dried beef), maxixe, okra, onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, olive oil, cilantro, beef broth.
How to make it keto
Strictly request no rice, beans, or farofa. Confirm no added sugars in the sauce or vegetable preparation. Ensure the carne seca is not prepared with high-carb additives.
Watch out for
Traditionally served with rice and beans. Potential for hidden sugars in the sauce. Some prepared carne seca might have additives.
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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