Ensopado de Caranguejo (Keto)
Crab Stew (Keto, no Rice/Pirão)
Yes, with a tweak: request no pirão (flour-thickened broth) or rice. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and flavorful Brazilian crab stew, made with fresh crab meat or whole crabs, cooked in a savory broth with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, cilantro, and various herbs. For a keto version, it's served without pirão (flour-thickened broth) or rice, focusing on the hearty stew itself.
Key ingredients
Crab (meat or whole), tomatoes, onions, garlic, bell peppers, cilantro, parsley, olive oil, fish broth, coconut milk (optional), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no pirão (flour-thickened broth) or rice. Confirm no sugar is added to the stew, especially in the tomato base.
Watch out for
Tomatoes and onions contribute some carbohydrates. High risk of being served with pirão or rice. Hidden sugars in pre-made tomato sauces.
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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