Filé de Peixe à Brasileira (com Molho de Pimentões e Tomate)
Brazilian-Style Fish Fillet with Peppers and Tomato Sauce (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request *without* rice, pirão (manioc flour paste), or potatoes. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A white fish fillet (like whiting or tilapia) cooked in a flavorful sauce made with fresh tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, often with a hint of cilantro and olive oil. Easily made keto by omitting traditional carb-heavy sides.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet, olive oil, onions, garlic, bell peppers (various colors), fresh tomatoes, cilantro/parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request *without* rice, pirão (manioc flour paste), or potatoes. Ensure the sauce has no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Gostaria do Filé de Peixe à Brasileira sem arroz, pirão ou batatas. O molho tem açúcar adicionado?
I'd like the Filé de Peixe à Brasileira without rice, pirão, or potatoes. Does the sauce have added sugar?
Watch out for
Accompanying rice, pirão, potatoes, or sugary elements in the tomato sauce.
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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