Frango Xadrez Keto (com Couve-Flor e Amendoim)
Keto Brazilian Kung Pao Chicken (with Cauliflower and Peanuts)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly omit sugar and cornstarch from the sauce. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A popular Brazilian-Chinese fusion dish, transformed into a keto-friendly option. Succulent chicken pieces stir-fried with vibrant bell peppers, onions, and crunchy peanuts in a rich, savory, and sugar-free sauce. Served over fluffy riced cauliflower.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast or thigh, bell peppers (red, green), onions, roasted peanuts, low-sodium tamari or soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, sugar-free sweetener (erythritol), xanthan gum (for thickening), riced cauliflower, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Strictly omit sugar and cornstarch from the sauce. Serve with riced cauliflower instead of traditional rice. Use low-carb soy sauce/tamari.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in commercial soy sauce or pre-made sauces. Carbs from bell peppers and onions.
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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