Quiabo Refogado (sem Tomate)
Sautéed Okra with Onion and Garlic (Tomato-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'sem tomate' (without tomato). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Sautéed okra is a common Brazilian side dish. While often prepared with tomatoes (which are higher in carbs in large quantities), it can be easily modified to be tomato-free and enjoyed as a delicious low-carb vegetable side. Often prepared with onion, garlic, and sometimes bacon.
Key ingredients
Okra, olive oil, onion, garlic, salt, pepper. Optional: bacon.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'sem tomate' (without tomato). Ensure no flour is used to thicken. Ask for minimal onion.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Quiabo Refogado, por favor, sem tomate. Confirme que não usam farinha para engrossar. E peço com pouca cebola.
Quiabo Refogado: no tomato, please. Confirm no flour to thicken. And use minimal onion.
Watch out for
Tomatoes add carbs. Onions, while keto-friendly in moderation, can add up in large quantities if not requested minimally.
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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