Moqueca de Peixe/Camarão (Keto Modified)
Brazilian Fish or Shrimp Stew (without rice)
Yes, with a tweak: aBSOLUTELY no rice, no pirão, no farofa, and no other starchy side dishes. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and flavorful stew made with tender white fish or succulent shrimp, simmered in a rich base of coconut milk, dendê (palm) oil, bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and fresh cilantro. Traditionally served with rice and pirão (cassava flour porridge), which must be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
White fish (e.g., cod, snapper) or shrimp, coconut milk, dendê oil, red/yellow bell peppers, fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: ABSOLUTELY no rice, no pirão, no farofa, and no other starchy side dishes. Confirm no sugar is added to the stew base (especially in pre-made versions).
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
A Moqueca de Peixe/Camarão, por favor. Sem arroz, pirão, farofa ou outros acompanhamentos com amido. Pode confirmar que não leva açúcar na base do molho?
I'd like the Moqueca de Peixe/Camarão. Absolutely no rice, pirão, farofa, or other starchy sides. Please confirm no sugar is added to the stew base.
Watch out for
The natural sugars in tomatoes and bell peppers contribute to carb count. Some restaurants might use pre-made moqueca bases or sauces with added sugar. Traditional high-carb accompaniments are a significant risk.
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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