Contrafilé Grelhado com Legumes Verdes Salteados
Grilled Sirloin Steak with Sautéed Green Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, farofa, or potatoes. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A popular cut of beef, grilled to perfection, known for its robust flavor. Typically served with rice and farofa in Brazil, but modified here with a generous portion of sautéed green vegetables.
Key ingredients
Sirloin steak (contrafilé), olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic, green beans, broccoli florets, spinach leaves.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, farofa, or potatoes. Ask for extra green vegetables sautéed in butter or olive oil instead of traditional starchy sides.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, sem arroz, farofa ou batatas. Poderia vir com legumes verdes extras salteados na manteiga ou azeite?
Please, no rice, farofa, or potatoes. Can I have extra green vegetables sautéed in butter or olive oil instead?
Watch out for
Sugary marinades (rare for this cut but possible), high-carb vegetable sides (e.g., carrots, corn), cross-contamination with starchy foods on shared grills.
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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