Creme de Espinafre
Creamed Spinach
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A rich and creamy side dish made with fresh spinach cooked in a béchamel-like sauce, often enriched with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. A popular accompaniment to grilled meats that is naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Fresh spinach, heavy cream, butter, garlic, onion (small amount), Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the cream sauce. Confirm only heavy cream and cheese for richness.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Creme de Espinafre é engrossado com farinha ou amido? Preciso que seja feito só com creme de leite e queijo.
Is the Creme de Espinafre thickened with flour or starch? I need it made only with heavy cream and cheese.
Watch out for
Flour/starch used as thickeners in the cream sauce, hidden sugars.
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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