Moqueca de Palmito com Camarão (Keto)
Palm Heart and Shrimp Moqueca (No Rice or Farofa)
Yes, with a tweak: request it to be served without rice, farofa, or pirão. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and aromatic Brazilian stew, featuring tender palm hearts and succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, creamy coconut milk broth with dende oil, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. Served as a standalone stew, omitting traditional high-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Palm hearts (canned or fresh), shrimp, full-fat coconut milk, dende oil, onion, garlic, bell peppers (red, yellow), fresh tomatoes (small amount), cilantro, lime juice, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request it to be served without rice, farofa, or pirão. Confirm no added sugar in the coconut milk or tomato base.
Watch out for
Traditional moqueca is served with rice and pirão. Tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers contribute to carb count. Some coconut milk brands might contain added sugars or 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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