Galinhada de Pequi com Arroz de Couve-Flor (Keto)
Chicken and Pequi Stew with Cauliflower Rice (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request cauliflower rice instead of white rice. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A regional Brazilian stew, particularly from Goiás and Minas Gerais, featuring tender chicken pieces braised with pequi fruit (known for its unique, strong flavor and high fat content), bell peppers, onions, and garlic, seasoned with cilantro and other herbs. Modified to be served over cauliflower rice instead of traditional white rice.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks), pequi fruit, bell peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, cilantro, green onions, salt, pepper, cauliflower.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request cauliflower rice instead of white rice. Ensure no other starchy vegetables are added to the stew (e.g., potatoes, corn).
Watch out for
Traditional preparation includes rice, potential for starchy vegetables in the stew (e.g., potatoes, corn), very ripe pequi can have slightly more carbs but generally low.
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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