Moqueca de Ovos (Moqueca Capixaba de Ovos)
Egg Moqueca (Capixaba Style Egg Stew)
Yes, keto as served. About 6.5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A naturally low-carb and protein-rich version of the traditional Brazilian moqueca, featuring poached eggs simmered in a vibrant, savory sauce made from bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, olive oil, and cilantro, without coconut milk (Capixaba style).
Key ingredients
Eggs, olive oil, onion, bell peppers (red, yellow, green), tomatoes, cilantro, green onions, garlic, salt, pepper, achiote/colorau for color.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto, just ensure no starchy accompaniments like rice or pirão are served. Confirm no sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Served with rice or pirão traditionally. Hidden sugars in tomato. Some Capixaba versions use small amount of flour or cornstarch to thicken.
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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