Moqueca Capixaba
Capixaba-style Fish and Shrimp Stew (without Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar in the tomato base or stew. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A light and flavorful fish and shrimp stew from Espírito Santo, cooked with fresh tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, cilantro, and annatto (urucum) oil. Unlike the Bahian version, it uses olive oil instead of dendê oil and no coconut milk, making it naturally lighter yet rich in flavor.
Key ingredients
White fish (e.g., snapper, cod), shrimp, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, annatto (urucum) paste/oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar in the tomato base or stew. Explicitly omit traditional high-carb accompaniments like rice, pirão (manioc paste), and farofa. Request extra olive oil for cooking.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para a Moqueca Capixaba, sem açúcar na base de tomate. Sem arroz, pirão ou farofa, por favor. Pode adicionar azeite extra no cozinhado?
For the Moqueca Capixaba, ensure no added sugar in the tomato base. No rice, pirão, or farofa, please. Can I have extra olive oil for cooking?
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made tomato sauces or to balance acidity; traditional serving with rice/pirão/farofa.
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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