Jiló Refogado
Sautéed Jiló (Brazilian Scarlet Eggplant)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A popular Brazilian vegetable side dish featuring jiló (a type of bitter, scarlet eggplant) sautéed to tenderness with aromatic garlic and onion in olive oil. Its unique bitter flavor is a staple in many Brazilian meals.
Key ingredients
Jiló, garlic, onion, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugar (though uncommon for this savory dish) or high-carb sauces. Request cooking in olive oil or butter.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Jiló Refogado, por favor. Garanta que não tem açúcar ou molhos com muitos carboidratos. Cozinhado em azeite ou manteiga, por favor.
Jiló Refogado, please. Ensure no added sugar or high-carb sauces. Cooked in olive oil or butter, please.
Watch out for
Rarely, sugar might be added to counteract bitterness; potential use of vegetable oils with inflammatory properties.
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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