Maniçoba
Cassava Leaf Stew with Assorted Meats
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely must omit the traditional accompaniments of white rice and farofa. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A unique and traditional Amazonian stew made from finely ground, slow-cooked cassava leaves (maniva) for several days to remove toxicity. It's combined with various salted and smoked meats like pork ribs, bacon, ear, foot, and sausage, resulting in a rich, savory, and dense stew.
Key ingredients
Cassava leaves (maniva), salted pork ribs, bacon, smoked sausage, dried beef, onions, garlic, hot peppers, olive oil, bay leaves, cumin.
How to make it keto
Absolutely must omit the traditional accompaniments of white rice and farofa. Confirm no other starch-based thickeners.
Watch out for
Cassava leaves themselves contain some digestible carbs, though fiber content is high. Potential for thickening agents or hidden sugars in some restaurant preparations. Traditional high-carb sides are a major risk.
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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