Costela no Bafo
Slow-Cooked Beef Ribs (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, farofa, or mandioca (cassava). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Tender, fall-off-the-bone beef ribs, slow-cooked or steamed ('no bafo' meaning 'in the vapor'). Seasoned simply, often served with its own rendered fat and juices. Offered without starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Beef short ribs or plate ribs, coarse salt, water (for steaming/braising). Potential keto sides: green salad, sautéed collard greens.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, farofa, or mandioca (cassava). Confirm no sugary rubs or BBQ sauces are used.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Sem arroz, farofa ou mandioca, por favor. Pode confirmar que não usam temperos ou molhos BBQ doces?
No rice, farofa, or mandioca, please. Can you confirm no sugary rubs or BBQ sauces are used?
Watch out for
Sugary dry rubs or marinades, particularly if it's a variant of BBQ ribs. Often served with carb-heavy sides.
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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