Frango com Pequi (Ensopado)
Chicken and Pequi Stew (without rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice or farofa is served. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional stew from Central Brazil, featuring tender chicken pieces slow-cooked with pequi fruit, a unique and aromatic ingredient, in a rich, savory sauce. The pequi lends a distinctive nutty, slightly fruity flavor.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs/drumsticks with skin), pequi fruit, onion, garlic, bell peppers, cooking oil, salt, pepper, herbs (e.g., parsley, cilantro).
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice or farofa is served. Confirm no sugar or starch-based thickeners are added to the stew.
Watch out for
Pequi fruit contains natural carbohydrates; excessive portions should be avoided. Hidden sugars in tomato paste or other commercial sauces. Starch-based thickeners in the stew.
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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