Picadinho de Mignon com Molho Madeira Keto e Purê de Couve-Flor
Diced Filet Mignon with Keto Madeira Sauce and Cauliflower Mash
Yes, with a tweak: ensure Madeira sauce is thickened with a keto-friendly thickener (e.g., xanthan gum) or reduced naturally, not flour or cornstarch. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Small, tender cubes of filet mignon seared and then simmered in a rich, keto-friendly Madeira wine sauce with mushrooms, served alongside a creamy and buttery cauliflower mash. A sophisticated Brazilian comfort food reimagined.
Key ingredients
Filet mignon, Madeira wine (dry), beef broth, mushrooms, onion, garlic, olive oil, heavy cream, butter, cauliflower, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure Madeira sauce is thickened with a keto-friendly thickener (e.g., xanthan gum) or reduced naturally, not flour or cornstarch. Confirm cauliflower mash, not potato.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Pode confirmar que o Molho Madeira não leva farinha ou amido? E que o purê é de couve-flor, não de batata?
Confirm Molho Madeira is thickened with keto method (not flour/cornstarch). Is the purê de couve-flor definitely not potato?
Watch out for
Traditional Madeira sauce often uses flour/cornstarch as thickener; Madeira wine itself has some residual carbs; potential sugar in pre-made broth or restaurant sauces.
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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