Galinha de Cabidela
Chicken Stew with Blood Sauce (served with greens)
Yes, with a tweak: request without rice or farofa. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Brazilian chicken stew where chicken pieces are cooked in a savory sauce thickened and colored with pasteurized chicken blood. It's rich in flavor from garlic, onion, peppers, and herbs. Typically served with rice and farofa, but can be ordered with a side of sautéed collard greens or other low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, chicken blood (pasteurized), vinegar, garlic, onion, bell peppers, cilantro, parsley, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request without rice or farofa. Ask for a side of low-carb vegetables like sautéed collard greens (couve refogada) or steamed broccoli/asparagus.
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugars in tomato paste (if used in small quantities), thicker sauces might have flour/starch (unlikely for traditional cabidela), and of course the omitted rice/farofa. Ensure no starchy vegetables (e.g., potatoes) are added.
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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