Carne Seca com Maxixe (Keto)
Dried Beef with Spiked Cucumber Stew (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar in the tomato base or in the process of rehydrating/cooking the carne seca. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful and rustic Northeastern Brazilian dish featuring tender, rehydrated dried beef (carne seca) slow-cooked until succulent, then sautéed with maxixe (spiked cucumber), onions, garlic, and fresh tomatoes. A hearty stew, naturally served without rice.
Key ingredients
Carne seca (dried beef), maxixe, onions, garlic, fresh tomatoes, olive oil, cilantro, parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar in the tomato base or in the process of rehydrating/cooking the carne seca. Request ample healthy fats for cooking.
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugars in pre-made tomato sauces (if used) or highly processed carne seca.
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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