Maxixe Refogado com Carne Seca
Sautéed Gherkin (Maxixe) with Dried Beef
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no added sugar in the cooking process. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A genuinely Brazilian and rustic dish, especially from the Northeast, where maxixe (a type of spiny gherkin or hedgehog cucumber) is sautéed with succulent shredded dried beef (carne seca), onions, garlic, and bell peppers. A savory and authentically keto choice.
Key ingredients
Maxixe (gherkin), dried beef (carne seca), yellow onions, garlic, bell peppers, olive oil, cilantro, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no added sugar in the cooking process. Ensure no starchy sides are served.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Maxixe Refogado, por favor, sem açúcar no preparo. E sem acompanhamentos com amido.
For the Maxixe Refogado, please confirm no added sugar in the cooking. Also, ensure no starchy sides are served.
Watch out for
Bell peppers and onions can add up in larger quantities. Some restaurants might use a pinch of sugar in seasoning mixes.
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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