Ensopado de Peixe Nordestino com Ovos Cozidos e Legumes Verdes (Keto)
Northeastern Fish Stew with Boiled Eggs and Green Vegetables (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, yuca, or rice are added. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful fish stew, inspired by traditional Northeastern Brazilian 'Peixada Cearense'. This keto version features a tender white fish (like snapper or cod), slowly simmered in a rich broth with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and cilantro, served with boiled eggs and an abundance of green vegetables such as cabbage and okra, with potatoes and rice omitted.
Key ingredients
White fish, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, boiled eggs
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, yuca, or rice are added. Confirm no sugar is used in the tomato base. Ask for extra olive oil and green vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato-based sauces, high-carb vegetables like potatoes or carrots often included in traditional versions, potential for starchy thickeners in the broth.
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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