Couve Refogada na Manteiga com Alho
Sautéed Collard Greens with Garlic (Butter/Oil)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the collard greens during preparation, as this is sometimes done in traditional Brazilian recipes. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Finely shredded collard greens quickly sautéed until tender-crisp with plenty of garlic in butter or olive oil. A ubiquitous and delicious side dish in Brazilian cuisine.
Key ingredients
Collard greens, garlic, butter/olive oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no sugar is added to the collard greens during preparation, as this is sometimes done in traditional Brazilian recipes. Request generous amounts of butter or oil.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Na Couve Refogada, por favor, sem açúcar. E bastante manteiga ou azeite.
For the Couve Refogada, please ensure no sugar is added. And generous amounts of butter or oil.
Watch out for
Hidden 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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