Ostras Frescas
Fresh Oysters
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A pristine and naturally keto-friendly starter, featuring freshly shucked oysters, typically served chilled on a bed of ice with a wedge of lemon. Popular in coastal regions of Brazil, offering a pure taste of the sea.
Key ingredients
Fresh oysters, lemon wedges.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Naturally keto. Avoid high-carb sauces like cocktail sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Ostras Frescas, por favor. Sem molho cocktail. Só limão ou molho picante simples, se não tiver açúcar.
Ostras Frescas, please. No cocktail sauce. Just lemon or plain hot sauce, if it's sugar-free.
Watch out for
None, if served plain with lemon. Cocktail sauces or other sugary condiments would be a carb 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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