Queijo de Coalho na Chapa com Pimenta Biquinho
Grilled Coalho Cheese with Biquinho Peppers
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Slices of firm, salty Queijo Coalho grilled until slightly golden and softened, often served with small, mild, and vibrantly colored Pimenta Biquinho (Biquinho peppers). A popular appetizer or side dish.
Key ingredients
Queijo Coalho, Pimenta Biquinho (pickled or fresh), olive oil (for grilling if not dry-grilled).
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto. Confirm no sweet glaze or sugar added to the peppers, although Pimenta Biquinho are naturally sweet-tart without added sugar.
Watch out for
Minimal. Ensure peppers are not candied or marinated in high-sugar liquid. Some restaurants might serve it with honey, always refuse.
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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