Pirão de Peixe Low-Carb (com Purê de Couve-Flor)
Keto Fish Pirão (with Cauliflower Purée)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the pirão is made with cauliflower purée and not manioc flour. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A keto adaptation of the classic Brazilian fish pirão. This version uses a creamy purée of cauliflower to thicken the rich fish broth, instead of traditional manioc flour, and includes tender chunks of white fish. A comforting and flavorful dish.
Key ingredients
White fish (e.g., cação, badejo), cauliflower, fish broth, olive oil, garlic, onion, cilantro, bell peppers, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure the pirão is made with cauliflower purée and not manioc flour. Confirm no starchy thickeners or sugar are added to the broth.
Watch out for
Restaurants might use flour or cornstarch as thickeners. Hidden sugars in broths or seasoning mixes.
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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