Picadinho de Jiló com Camarão Seco
Diced African Eggplant with Dried Shrimp
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A savory and slightly bitter regional dish, often served as a side or a light main. It features diced jiló (African eggplant) sautéed with intensely flavored dried shrimp, onions, garlic, and tomatoes. Naturally keto-friendly and rich in umami.
Key ingredients
Jiló (African eggplant), dried shrimp, onions, garlic, tomatoes, olive oil, cilantro, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Typically a naturally keto dish. Ensure no high-carb accompaniments are served, and no sugar is added to balance the jiló's bitterness.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Picadinho de Jiló com Camarão Seco, por favor, sem acompanhamentos com carboidratos e sem adição de açúcar.
For the Picadinho de Jiló com Camarão Seco, please ensure no high-carb accompaniments and no added sugar.
Watch out for
Jiló contains some carbs, but in moderation, it's suitable. Tomatoes and onions also contribute. Ensure no added sugar to counteract the bitterness of jiló, which some might do.
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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