Frango Assado com Ervas
Herb Roasted Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugary glazes or marinades are used. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A classic Brazilian style roasted chicken, seasoned generously with a blend of fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, and oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Slow-roasted to achieve a crispy skin and juicy, tender meat. Served without starchy side dishes for a keto meal.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken or chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks), olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, lemon.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugary glazes or marinades are used. Request with a side of steamed or sautéed green vegetables (e.g., broccoli, asparagus, green beans) instead of rice, potatoes, or farofa.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Quero o Frango Assado com Ervas sem molhos ou marinadas com açúcar. Por favor, sirva com legumes verdes cozidos ou salteados em vez de arroz, batata ou farofa.
I'd like the Frango Assado com Ervas without sugary glazes or marinades. Please serve with steamed or sautéed green vegetables instead of rice, potatoes, or farofa.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades or glazes. Traditional side dishes are high-carb. Some seasonings mixes can contain sugar.
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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