Frango Guisado com "Arroz" de Couve-Flor
Braised Chicken with Cauliflower "Rice" (Brazilian Style)
Yes, with a tweak: substitute white rice with riced cauliflower or a simple side of sautéed greens. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender chicken thighs braised in a rich sauce with Brazilian seasonings, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes, served alongside riced cauliflower as a low-carb alternative to traditional rice.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs, onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, parsley, olive oil, chicken broth, riced cauliflower, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Substitute white rice with riced cauliflower or a simple side of sautéed greens. Confirm no added sugar in the braising liquid or tomato paste.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Em vez de arroz branco, pode ser arroz de couve-flor ou legumes salteados? Pode confirmar que o molho e a pasta de tomate não levam açúcar?
Riced cauliflower or sautéed greens instead of white rice, please. Confirm no added sugar in braising liquid or tomato paste.
Watch out for
The original dish (Galinhada) is rice-based. Hidden sugars in tomato sauce/paste or chicken seasoning.
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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