Escondidinho de Carne Seca (Keto Couve-Flor)
Dried Beef & Catupiry 'Shepherd's Pie' with Cauliflower Mash
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the topping is made with mashed cauliflower, not potato or manioc. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting casserole featuring a savory base of shredded dried beef (carne seca), often cooked with onions and garlic, topped with a creamy layer. The traditional topping of mashed potato or manioc is replaced with a rich cauliflower mash for a keto version. Often includes Catupiry (Brazilian cream cheese) or regular cream cheese for extra creaminess.
Key ingredients
Shredded dried beef, onions, garlic, olive oil, bell peppers, cream cheese (Catupiry or similar), heavy cream, cauliflower, butter, Parmesan cheese.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure the topping is made with mashed cauliflower, not potato or manioc. Confirm no sugar is added to the dried beef preparation or the mash.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Escondidinho, por favor, confirme que a cobertura é purê de couve-flor, não de batata ou mandioca. E sem açúcar na carne ou no purê.
For the Escondidinho, please confirm the topping is mashed cauliflower, not potato or manioc. Also, no sugar in the beef or mash.
Watch out for
Traditional potato/manioc mash topping, potential hidden sugar in dried beef preparation, large quantities of onions/peppers adding to carb count.
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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