Costelinha de Porco Assada (sem molho açucarado)
Roasted Pork Ribs (no sugary glaze)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugary BBQ sauces, glazes, or marinades are used. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Slow-roasted pork ribs, often falling off the bone, rich in flavor and fat. In traditional Brazilian cooking, they are typically seasoned simply, but restaurant versions might add glazes.
Key ingredients
Pork ribs, salt, pepper, garlic, bay leaf, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no sugary BBQ sauces, glazes, or marinades are used. Ask for plain roasted ribs. Skip traditional carb sides like rice or farofa; opt for steamed or sautéed green vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
A Costelinha de Porco Assada, por favor, simples, sem molhos, caldas ou marinadas açucaradas. Posso ter legumes verdes cozidos ou salteados em vez dos acompanhamentos?
Costelinha de Porco Assada, please plain, without any sugary sauces, glazes, or marinades. Can I have steamed or sautéed green vegetables instead of carb sides?
Watch out for
Sweet glazes, BBQ sauces, and carb-heavy side dishes.
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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