Frango Xadrez Keto (com Frango, Pimentões, Castanhas e Molho Low-Carb)
Keto "Checkerboard Chicken" with Chicken, Bell Peppers, Nuts, and Low-Carb Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ask for a low-carb sauce, ensuring no sugar, honey, or cornstarch is used. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A Brazilian-style stir-fry featuring tender chicken pieces, colorful bell peppers, and nuts (like cashews or peanuts), tossed in a savory low-carb sauce.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast or thigh, bell peppers (various colors), onions, garlic, ginger, roasted cashews/peanuts, tamari (or coconut aminos), sesame oil, rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar), xanthan gum (for thickening), olive oil/sesame oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for a low-carb sauce, ensuring no sugar, honey, or cornstarch is used. Request tamari or coconut aminos instead of regular soy sauce. Confirm no high-carb vegetables like carrots, peas, or corn are included.
Watch out for
Traditional sauces are high in sugar and cornstarch. High-carb vegetables like carrots, peas, or corn.
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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