Picadinho de Carne com Legumes Verdes
Diced Beef Stew with Green Vegetables (No Rice/Farofa)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no rice or farofa. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Brazilian dish featuring finely diced or small cuts of beef, slow-cooked in a savory gravy with onions, garlic, and sometimes a touch of tomato. Served here with a generous portion of sautéed green vegetables like broccoli or green beans, omitting rice and farofa.
Key ingredients
Diced beef (e.g., alcatra, filé mignon trimmings), onions, garlic, beef broth, olive oil, salt, pepper, optional: minimal tomato paste, keto-friendly Worcestershire sauce. Side: Broccoli or green beans sautéed in butter.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no rice or farofa. Confirm no sugar in the stew's gravy or Worcestershire sauce. Request no potato or other starchy vegetables if typically included. Ensure thickening agents are avoided.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Picadinho de Carne com Legumes Verdes, por favor. Sem arroz, farofa, batatas ou vegetais ricos em amido. Sem açúcar ou espessantes no molho.
Picadinho de Carne com Legumes Verdes, please. No rice, farofa, potatoes, or starchy veggies. No sugar or thickeners in the sauce.
Watch out for
Thickening agents (flour/starch) in the gravy. Hidden sugars in tomato paste or Worcestershire sauce. Higher carb vegetables like peas, carrots, or potatoes if included.
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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