Maxixe Refogado com Carne Seca e Leite de Coco
Sautéed Maxixe with Dried Beef and Coconut Milk
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful and authentic Northeastern Brazilian dish featuring maxixe (a type of spiny cucumber) sautéed with savory shredded carne seca (dried beef) in a creamy coconut milk sauce.
Key ingredients
Maxixe, carne seca (rehydrated, desalinated, and shredded), coconut milk, onion, garlic, bell peppers, olive oil or dendê oil, cilantro, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugars or starchy thickeners are present in the coconut milk sauce. Confirm the carne seca preparation uses only natural seasonings.
Watch out for
Some variations might add starchy thickeners or sugar to the sauce to enhance flavor or texture.
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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