Cozido (com Legumes Low Carb)
Brazilian Stewed Meats and Low-Carb Vegetables (No Starchy Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request that high-carb vegetables like potatoes, yams, carrots (if in large quantities), or corn be omitted. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and slow-cooked stew featuring various cuts of beef (e.g., brisket, short ribs) and potentially sausage, simmered with low-carb vegetables such as cabbage, collard greens, chayote, and green beans in a savory broth.
Key ingredients
Beef cuts, sausage (optional, check ingredients), cabbage, collard greens, chayote, green beans, onions, garlic, tomatoes (small amount), olive oil, salt, black pepper, herbs.
How to make it keto
Request that high-carb vegetables like potatoes, yams, carrots (if in large quantities), or corn be omitted. Ensure no sugar is added to the broth. Omit any rice or pirão (manioc flour paste) served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Cozido, por favor, sem batata, inhame, cenoura em grande quantidade e milho. Garanta que não tenha açúcar no caldo. Sem arroz ou pirão.
For the Cozido, please omit potatoes, yams, large carrots, and corn. Ensure no sugar in the broth. Omit any rice or pirão.
Watch out for
Potatoes, yams, large quantities of carrots, corn, rice, pirão (manioc paste), potential sugary broth bases.
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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