Escondidinho de Carne Seca (Purê de Couve-flor)
Dried Beef Shepherd's Pie with Cauliflower Mash
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request the topping to be made with mashed cauliflower instead of traditional mashed potatoes or mandioca (cassava). About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, comforting casserole featuring a flavorful base of shredded, rehydrated, and seasoned dried beef (carne seca) cooked with onions, garlic, and peppers. The traditional potato or cassava topping is replaced with a rich, creamy cauliflower mash, often baked until golden with Parmesan cheese.
Key ingredients
Carne seca (salted beef), onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, olive oil, cauliflower, cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request the topping to be made with mashed cauliflower instead of traditional mashed potatoes or mandioca (cassava). Confirm no sugar is added to the beef sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Quero o Escondidinho com purê de couve-flor no topo, em vez de batata ou mandioca. Por favor, confirme que não há açúcar no molho da carne.
I'd like the Escondidinho with mashed cauliflower for the topping, not potatoes or mandioca. Please confirm no sugar in the beef sauce.
Watch out for
Risk of potato or cassava mash being used if not clearly specified; hidden sugars in the beef seasoning or tomato base.
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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