Contrafilé Grelhado
Grilled Sirloin Steak with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: omit rice, farofa, fries, and beans. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A classic grilled sirloin steak, common in Brazilian steakhouses and restaurants. It is inherently keto, but traditionally served with rice, farofa, and fries. The modification involves omitting these high-carb sides and opting for low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Sirloin steak, salt, black pepper, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Omit rice, farofa, fries, and beans. Request a side of grilled vegetables (e.g., asparagus, broccoli, zucchini) or a simple green salad with olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Contrafilé, por favor, sem arroz, farofa, batatas fritas ou feijão. Pode vir com vegetais grelhados ou uma salada verde simples com azeite?
For the Contrafilé, no rice, farofa, fries, or beans. Can I have grilled vegetables or a green salad with olive oil instead?
Watch out for
Marinades sometimes contain sugar (rare for simple grilled steak), starchy side dishes are standard. Restaurant sauces may contain thickeners or sugar.
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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