Linguiça Grelhada (de porco, sem açúcar)
Grilled Brazilian Pork Sausage (no sugar added)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the sausage does not contain added sugars or high-carb fillers (some cheap industrial sausages might). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Brazilian sausages (linguiça) are very flavorful, typically made from pork (or chicken), seasoned with herbs and spices. Grilled until juicy and browned, they are a staple in churrascarias and bars.
Key ingredients
Pork sausage (e.g., toscana, caipira style), salt, pepper, olive oil (for grilling).
How to make it keto
Confirm the sausage does not contain added sugars or high-carb fillers (some cheap industrial sausages might). Ask for it to be served plain, without carb-heavy sides like farofa, bread, or rice.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
A Linguiça Grelhada, por favor, confirmem que não tem açúcar ou amidos adicionados. Servir simples, sem farofa, pão ou arroz.
Linguiça Grelhada, please confirm no added sugar or high-carb fillers in the sausage. Serve plain, without farofa, bread, or rice.
Watch out for
Fillers (flour, starches) in cheaper or industrial sausages, hidden sugars in seasoning, carb-heavy sides (farofa, bread).
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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