Fricassê de Frango Keto (com Creme de Couve-Flor)
Keto Chicken Fricassê (with Cauliflower Cream)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no cornstarch, flour, or potato sticks for thickening or topping. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A creamy and savory shredded chicken dish, traditionally thickened with cornstarch and served with rice. This keto version is modified to use a rich cauliflower purée and heavy cream base for thickening, creating a luxurious sauce without the carbs, often topped with melted grated cheese.
Key ingredients
Shredded chicken breast, cauliflower (puréed), heavy cream, cream cheese, garlic, onion (small amount), bell peppers (small amount), olive oil, salt, black pepper, grated Parmesan or mozzarella cheese, green olives (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no cornstarch, flour, or potato sticks for thickening or topping. Request the sauce be made with heavy cream, cream cheese, and/or cauliflower purée. Ensure no rice is served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Fricassê de Frango Keto, por favor, sem amido de milho, farinha ou batata palha. O molho deve ser com creme de leite, cream cheese ou purê de couve-flor. E sem arroz, por favor.
For the Fricassê de Frango Keto, please confirm no cornstarch, flour, or potato sticks. Ensure the sauce uses heavy cream, cream cheese, or cauliflower purée, and no rice is served.
Watch out for
Cornstarch/flour as thickeners, hidden sugars in tomato paste or commercial sauces, excessive use of onions/peppers, potato sticks as a common topping.
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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