Ensopado de Costelinha Suína com Legumes Verdes
Pork Rib Stew with Green Vegetables (without hominy)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly request no canjiquinha (hominy grits), rice, or other starchy root vegetables (like potatoes or carrots). About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and comforting stew made with succulent pork ribs, slow-cooked until tender in a flavorful broth alongside a medley of keto-friendly green vegetables like collard greens, okra, or green beans.
Key ingredients
Pork ribs, cooking oil, onion, garlic, bell peppers, tomato (minimal), collard greens, okra, green beans, herbs, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Strictly request no canjiquinha (hominy grits), rice, or other starchy root vegetables (like potatoes or carrots).
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato-based sauces. Some establishments might use a starch to thicken the stew. Be wary of restaurants including high-carb vegetables inadvertently.
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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