Frango Grelhado ao Molho de Jabuticaba Azeda com Aspargos
Grilled Chicken with Sour Jabuticaba Sauce and Asparagus
Yes, with a tweak: the jabuticaba sauce must be prepared without added sugar and focused on its natural tartness. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender grilled chicken breast or thigh served with a unique, tangy sauce made from jabuticaba (Brazilian grape-like fruit), balanced with herbs, and accompanied by perfectly grilled asparagus. The sauce is prepared to be tart rather than sweet.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast or thigh, fresh jabuticabas (or pulp), olive oil, butter, lemon/lime juice, garlic, fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme), asparagus, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
The jabuticaba sauce must be prepared without added sugar and focused on its natural tartness. Ensure no high-carb side dishes are offered. Asparagus is an excellent keto side.
Watch out for
Jabuticaba, being a fruit, contains natural sugars; ensure the sauce is specifically made 'azedo' (sour) without added sweeteners. Confirm no starchy sides or sugary marinades for the chicken.
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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