Pirarucu Grelhado com Alcaparras e Brócolis
Grilled Pirarucu Fish with Capers and Steamed Broccoli
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starchy sides like rice, farofa, or mashed potatoes. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A firm and flavorful fillet of Pirarucu, one of the largest freshwater fish from the Amazon, grilled and topped with a savory caper-butter sauce. Accompanied by steamed broccoli.
Key ingredients
Pirarucu fillet, olive oil, butter, capers, lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, broccoli.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starchy sides like rice, farofa, or mashed potatoes. Confirm the caper sauce does not contain flour or added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Pirarucu, por favor, sem arroz, farofa ou purê. Pode confirmar se o molho de alcaparras não leva farinha nem açúcar?
For the Pirarucu, please no starchy sides like rice, farofa, or mashed potatoes. Confirm the caper sauce has no flour or added sugar.
Watch out for
Sauces can sometimes contain hidden sugars or flour thickeners. Cross-contamination with high-carb sides.
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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