Sardinha Frita
Fried Sardines
Yes, with a tweak: request that the sardines be fried without any flour dusting/coating. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Whole sardines, lightly seasoned and fried until crispy. A common and affordable seafood dish, especially in coastal areas, often served with a wedge of lime.
Key ingredients
Whole sardines, wheat flour (for dusting - must modify), salt, pepper, cooking oil (for frying).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request that the sardines be fried without any flour dusting/coating. Restaurants often lightly dust them with flour for crispiness.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para as Sardinhas Fritas, por favor, pode fritar as sardinhas sem passar por farinha?
For the Sardinha Frita, please, can you fry the sardines without any flour dusting?
Watch out for
Flour dusting/coating, high-carb side dishes.
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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