Ensopado de Carne e Porco Defumados (Estilo Feijoada, Sem Feijão)
Brazilian Smoked Pork and Beef Stew (Feijoada Style, Bean-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no black beans. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty stew featuring a rich assortment of smoked and salted pork cuts (ribs, loin, bacon, quality sausage) and beef (jerked beef), slow-cooked with garlic, onions, and bay leaves. This keto-friendly version omits the traditional black beans, focusing on the succulent meats.
Key ingredients
Smoked pork ribs, smoked pork loin, bacon, beef jerky (carne seca), quality keto-friendly sausage, garlic, onion, bay leaves, olive oil, water, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no black beans. Ensure no thickening agents (flour/starch) are used in the broth. Confirm no added sugar in seasonings or processed meats.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Ensopado de Carne e Porco Defumados, por favor. Sem feijão preto, sem espessantes de farinha, e sem açúcar.
Ensopado de Carne e Porco Defumados, please. No black beans, no flour-based thickeners, and no added sugar.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in smoked meats/sausages. Onions and garlic in large quantities. Tomato paste (if used) may contain sugar. Any flour/starch used as a thickener.
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.