Maniçoba (Feijoada de Folha) (Keto)
Cooked Manioc Leaf Stew with Meats (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request no starchy accompaniments like rice, farofa, or pirão. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Amazonian and Northern Brazilian stew, often called 'Feijoada de Folha' due to its dark color and rich texture. It's made from finely ground and boiled manioc leaves (maniva), slow-cooked with various cuts of salted pork and beef (such as pork belly, dried beef, and specific sausages). Served without rice or farofa for a keto-friendly meal.
Key ingredients
Manioc leaves (maniva), pork belly, salted beef (carne seca), pork sausage, onions, garlic, bell peppers, dendê oil, spices.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no starchy accompaniments like rice, farofa, or pirão. Confirm any sausages used do not contain high-carb fillers.
Watch out for
Some sausages might contain fillers or sugar. Always served with high-carb sides in traditional settings, so explicit omission is necessary.
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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