Carne Seca Desfiada com Purê de Abóbora Cabotiá Low-Carb
Shredded Dried Beef with Low-Carb Kabocha Squash Puree
No, skip this one: about 18g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
Classic shredded dried beef (carne seca), slowly rehydrated and cooked until tender, then sautéed with onions and bell peppers. Served alongside a creamy puree made from kabocha squash (abóbora cabotiá), prepared with butter and cream as a lower-carb alternative.
Key ingredients
Carne seca (dried beef), onions, garlic, assorted bell peppers, olive oil, salt, black pepper, kabocha squash, butter, heavy cream.
If you order it anyway
Request the puree to be made with a controlled portion of kabocha squash, and a generous amount of butter and cream. Ensure no flour, sugar, or other starches in the puree.
If you order it anyway, say this (Portuguese)
No Purê de Abóbora Cabotiá, por favor, uma porção controlada de abóbora, com bastante manteiga e creme de leite. Sem farinha ou açúcar.
Purê de Abóbora Cabotiá: controlled portion of abóbora, generous butter and cream. No flour or sugar in the puree, please.
Watch out for
Kabocha squash is naturally higher in carbs than green vegetables; portion control is key. Hidden sugars or starches if not strictly prepared keto.
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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