Filé de Pirarucu na Manteiga com Ervas Finas e Aspargos
Pirarucu Fillet in Butter with Fine Herbs and Asparagus (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A pan-fried or baked fillet of Pirarucu, a large and flavorful Amazonian freshwater fish, prepared simply with butter, lemon, and fine herbs, served alongside grilled asparagus. A naturally low-carb and elegant dish.
Key ingredients
Pirarucu fillet, butter, olive oil, fresh herbs (dill, parsley, chives), lemon, salt, black pepper, asparagus.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour is used for dredging or searing the fish. Request no carb-heavy accompaniments like rice, pirão (manioc flour paste), or potatoes.
Watch out for
None significant if prepared simply as described. Ensure no pre-made sauces with sugar are used.
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.
More on the Brazilian menuAll 1,751 Brazilian dishes ›
