Moqueca de Pupunha com Frutos do Mar (Keto)
Pupunha and Seafood Moqueca (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no starchy vegetables (like cassava/yuca) are used as thickeners. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A creamy and flavorful seafood stew from the Brazilian coast, reimagined with tender 'pupunha' (peach palm heart) instead of traditional cassava, cooked in coconut milk, dende oil, tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, with a generous mix of shrimp, fish, and mussels. A rich and aromatic keto experience.
Key ingredients
Pupunha palm hearts, shrimp, fish, mussels, coconut milk, dende oil, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers
How to make it keto
Confirm no starchy vegetables (like cassava/yuca) are used as thickeners. Ensure no added sugar in the tomato base or coconut milk. Request to omit traditional rice and pirão.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made tomato sauces, commercial coconut milk with added sugars, starchy thickeners, high-carb vegetable garnishes.
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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