Frango com Pequi (Ensopado sem Arroz)
Chicken with Pequi (Stew without Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice or other high-carb accompaniments. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A distinctive and robust stew from the Central-West region of Brazil, featuring tender chicken pieces cooked with pequi, an aromatic and slightly fatty native fruit, along with onions, garlic, and bell peppers. The pequi imparts a unique, rich flavor. Served as a standalone stew.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks), pequi fruit, onion, garlic, bell peppers, olive oil, chicken broth, cilantro, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice or other high-carb accompaniments. Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the stew.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Frango com Pequi Ensopado, por favor, sem arroz ou milho. E sem farinha ou amido para engrossar o ensopado.
For the Frango com Pequi Ensopado, please ensure no rice or corn, and no flour or starch to thicken the stew.
Watch out for
Serving with rice, hidden thickeners in the stew, or added sugars in the broth.
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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