Quiabo com Carne Seca
Okra and Dried Beef Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or starch is used as a thickener in the stew. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Brazilian stew featuring tender okra pods cooked with rehydrated and shredded dried beef (carne seca), slowly simmered with onions, garlic, tomatoes, and bell peppers in a rich and savory sauce.
Key ingredients
Okra, rehydrated shredded carne seca, olive oil, onion, garlic, tomatoes, bell peppers, cilantro, salt, black pepper, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or starch is used as a thickener in the stew. Request no high-carb sides such as rice, polenta, or farofa.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Quiabo com Carne Seca, por favor, sem farinha ou amido para engrossar. E sem arroz, polenta ou farofa.
Please ensure no flour or starch is used as a thickener in the Quiabo com Carne Seca. No high-carb sides like rice, polenta, or farofa.
Watch out for
Flour/starch thickeners in the sauce, hidden sugars in tomato paste/sauce, high-carb side dishes (rice, polenta, 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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