Rabada com Agrião (Sem Carbos)
Oxtail with Watercress Stew (No Carbs)
Yes, with a tweak: request absolutely no rice, pirão (manioc flour gravy), or potatoes. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender, slow-cooked oxtail stewed in a rich, savory broth, typically with a tomato base and aromatic spices, finished with fresh watercress.
Key ingredients
Oxtail, onions, garlic, tomatoes, bell peppers, bay leaves, spices (cumin, paprika), watercress, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request absolutely no rice, pirão (manioc flour gravy), or potatoes. Confirm no flour is used as a thickener. Ask for extra watercress or a side of low-carb greens.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
A Rabada com Agrião, por favor, sem arroz, pirão ou batatas. Confirme que não tem farinha como espessante. Quero agrião extra ou legumes low-carb.
For the Rabada com Agrião, absolutely no rice, pirão, or potatoes. Confirm no flour thickener. Extra watercress or low-carb greens, please.
Watch out for
Traditionally served with rice and pirão. Some recipes might use flour as a thickener. Tomatoes and onions contribute moderate carbs in large quantities. Hidden sugar in tomato-based sauces.
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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