Mocotó
Cow's Feet Stew
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional and nourishing Brazilian stew, Mocotó is made from cow's feet slow-cooked until incredibly tender in a rich, gelatinous broth. It's seasoned with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and fresh herbs, making it naturally high in collagen, fats, and protein, and very keto-friendly when prepared without starchy vegetables.
Key ingredients
Cow's feet, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, bay leaves, cilantro, parsley, salt, pepper, beef broth.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes, carrots, or beans are included in the stew. Request it served without rice or farofa.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, confirme que não tem grão de bico, feijão ou vegetais ricos em amido. E sem açúcar ou espessantes na base de tomate.
Please confirm no chickpeas, beans, or other starchy vegetables. Also, no added sugar in the tomato base or thickeners.
Watch out for
Restaurants might add starchy vegetables like potatoes or carrots (must be omitted); some may use flour for thickening (uncommon for authentic Mocotó, but worth clarifying).
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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