Mocotó (Ensopado de Pés de Boi, sem Legumes Carboidratos)
Brazilian Beef Feet Stew (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables should be included. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A very traditional Brazilian stew made from beef feet, renowned for its gelatinous texture and rich, savory broth. Slow-cooked with onions, garlic, bell peppers, and herbs, it's incredibly collagen-rich and warming. For keto, it's served without the typical potatoes or carrots, focusing on the tender meat and broth.
Key ingredients
Beef feet, olive oil, onions, garlic, bell peppers (red, green), tomatoes, cilantro, bay leaves, salt, black pepper, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables should be included. Confirm no sugary tomato sauce or thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Mocotó, por favor, sem batata, cenoura ou outros vegetais com amido. Pode confirmar se não leva molho de tomate com açúcar nem espessantes?
For the Mocotó, please no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. Confirm no sugary tomato sauce or thickeners are used.
Watch out for
Potatoes or carrots are commonly added. Sugary tomato sauce. Flour or cornstarch thickeners.
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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