Linguiça na Chapa
Grilled Brazilian Sausage with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request to omit any bread, farofa, or other starchy sides that may accompany the sausage. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Hearty Brazilian-style pork or beef sausage, grilled or seared on a griddle until beautifully browned and juicy. A popular appetizer or simple meal component, often seasoned with garlic and spices.
Key ingredients
Pork or beef sausage (Brazilian style, usually seasoned with garlic, onion, and spices), cooking oil. Served with a simple green salad.
How to make it keto
Request to omit any bread, farofa, or other starchy sides that may accompany the sausage. Confirm that the sausage itself does not contain excessive fillers or added sugars (high-quality Brazilian sausages are generally low-carb).
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
A Linguiça na Chapa, por favor, sem pão, farofa ou outros acompanhamentos com amido.
For the Linguiça na Chapa, please omit any bread, farofa, or other starchy sides.
Watch out for
Likely served with bread or farofa as standard sides. Some lower-quality sausages may contain dextrose or fillers, so inquire about ingredients if possible, though most good Brazilian sausages are typically keto-friendly.
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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