Carne Seca Desfiada com Maxixe Refogado
Shredded Dried Beef with Sautéed Spiny Gourd
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Northeastern Brazilian dish where salted and rehydrated beef (carne seca) is shredded and sautéed with onions and garlic until tender and flavorful. It's served alongside maxixe (spiny gourd), lightly sautéed in olive oil with garlic, offering a unique and authentic low-carb vegetable pairing.
Key ingredients
Carne seca (dried beef), olive oil, onion, garlic, maxixe (spiny gourd), bell peppers (optional), salt, black pepper, cilantro (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables like potatoes or yuca are added to the dish. Confirm no sugar is used in the preparation of the maxixe or beef.
Watch out for
Some cooks might add a pinch of sugar to balance the flavors, especially with bell peppers, or use a starchy thickener in a sauce (uncommon for this dish but worth checking).
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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