Pato Assado com Farofa de Castanhas (Keto)
Roast Duck with Keto Nut Farofa
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugary marinades for the duck. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A classic Brazilian roast duck, slow-roasted until crispy-skinned and tender, accompanied by a savory keto farofa made from toasted nuts and seeds instead of traditional cassava flour. A festive and rich dish.
Key ingredients
Whole duck, olive oil, garlic, herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme), salt, black pepper. Keto farofa: mixed nuts (almonds, cashews), shredded coconut, butter, bacon bits (optional), onion, garlic, green onions.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugary marinades for the duck. The farofa must be prepared with nuts/seeds and not cassava or corn flour. Confirm no starchy sides are served.
Watch out for
Sugary glazes on the duck. Traditional farofa made with cassava flour (farinha de mandioca). Served with rice or other carb sides.
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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