Pirarucu Assado com Manteiga e Alcaparras
Roasted Pirarucu with Butter and Capers
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Roasted fillets of Pirarucu, a majestic freshwater fish native to the Amazon, known for its firm, flaky white flesh. Served with a simple yet elegant sauce of melted butter, bright lemon juice, and salty capers, highlighting the fish's natural flavor.
Key ingredients
Pirarucu fillet, butter, capers, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley for garnish.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no breading is used on the fish. Ensure no sugary sauces or starchy side dishes (like rice or plantains) are served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Pirarucu Assado, por favor, pode confirmar que não tem empanado? E sem molhos açucarados ou acompanhamentos com amido, como arroz ou banana da terra.
For the Pirarucu Assado, please confirm no breading on the fish. And no sugary sauces or starchy sides like rice or plantains.
Watch out for
Breading on the fish, sugary sauces (e.g., fruit-based sauces), starchy side dishes (rice, plantains, farofa).
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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