Pescada Branca Cozida com Legumes Verdes
Boiled White Fish with Green Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: verify no potatoes, rice, pirão, or other high-carb accompaniments. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A simple and light preparation of mild white fish, typically Pescada (whiting), gently boiled or poached. It's usually served with a side of lightly cooked green vegetables and a drizzle of olive oil.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (Pescada), olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper, green beans, broccoli, spinach, garlic.
How to make it keto
Verify no potatoes, rice, pirão, or other high-carb accompaniments. Request the fish be cooked plainly with olive oil and seasoned simply. Confirm only keto-friendly green vegetables are served. Ask for extra virgin olive oil on the side.
Watch out for
Served with traditional carb sides (rice, potato pirão), vegetable medley might include high-carb options like carrots or peas.
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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