Caruru de Quiabo com Camarão (Servido sem Arroz)
Stewed Okra and Shrimp (without Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, acarajé, or other carb sides. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful Northeastern Brazilian stew featuring okra, shrimp, dendê oil (palm oil), cashews, peanuts, and spices. Traditionally served with acarajé or rice, it becomes a rich and satisfying keto meal when served as is.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, okra, dendê oil, cashews, peanuts, ginger, garlic, onions, cilantro, bell peppers, dried shrimp powder, coconut milk, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, acarajé, or other carb sides. Confirm no added sugar in the dendê oil or spice mix. Request clarification on oil usage to avoid non-preferred vegetable oils.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made spice mixes or sauces. Over-portioning of cashews/peanuts can add carbs. Some restaurant versions might add cornstarch as a thickener. High concentration of tomatoes and bell peppers can increase carb count.
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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