Ensopado de Carne com Osso e Legumes Keto
Bone-in Beef Stew with Keto Vegetables (Chambaril style)
Yes, with a tweak: request without potatoes or carrots. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A hearty and comforting stew, reminiscent of the traditional Chambaril from Northeastern Brazil. This slow-cooked dish features tender bone-in beef shank (or other robust cuts) simmered with onions, garlic, and ripe tomatoes until incredibly tender. For a keto version, traditional starchy vegetables like potatoes and carrots are replaced with low-carb alternatives such as chayote, green beans, or cabbage.
Key ingredients
Beef shank (or similar bone-in beef cut), onions, garlic, ripe tomatoes, olive oil, bay leaf, fresh cilantro, salt, black pepper, low-carb vegetables (e.g., chayote, green beans, cabbage).
How to make it keto
Request without potatoes or carrots. Ensure only keto-friendly vegetables are used. Confirm no starchy thickeners (e.g., flour, cornstarch) are used in the stew base.
Watch out for
Potatoes and carrots are common in traditional stews; explicit removal is necessary. Check for starchy thickeners.
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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