Ensopado de Carne com Quiabo e Tomate
Beef Stew with Okra and Tomato
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are included. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting beef stew featuring tender chunks of beef slow-cooked with okra and tomatoes in a rich, savory broth. A satisfying and naturally low-carb option when served without carb-heavy sides.
Key ingredients
Beef stew meat, okra, tomatoes, onions, garlic, beef broth, olive oil, bell peppers, cilantro, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are included. Confirm no flour or starch-based thickeners. Strictly omit rice or farofa as sides.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, que o Ensopado não tenha batata, cenoura ou legumes com amido, e que não use farinha/amido para engrossar. Sem arroz/farofa.
Please ensure the Ensopado has no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables, and no flour/starch thickeners. Omit rice/farofa.
Watch out for
Default serving with rice/farofa. Inclusion of potatoes or carrots in the stew. Starchy thickeners in the sauce. Higher carb count from large amounts of tomatoes/okra (though generally low carb).
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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