Pirarucu Assado no Moquém com Salada de Jambu e Quiabo
Amazonian Smoked Pirarucu with Jambu and Okra Salad
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A magnificent Amazonian dish featuring pirarucu, one of the world's largest freshwater fish, traditionally smoked or grilled over an open flame (moquém style), served with a vibrant salad of jambu (a leafy green with a tingling sensation) and okra.
Key ingredients
Pirarucu fillet, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, black pepper, fresh jambu leaves, okra, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, vinaigrette (olive oil, vinegar, minimal sweetener if any).
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto-friendly. Ensure the fish is not breaded or cooked with sugary sauces. The salad should be free of high-carb additions.
Watch out for
Restaurant vinaigrettes sometimes contain added sugar; ask for oil and vinegar on the side. Confirm no breading on the fish.
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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