Ventrecha de Pirarucu Grelhada com Legumes Verdes
Grilled Pirarucu Belly with Green Vegetables
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
The prized fatty belly cut (ventrecha) of the majestic Pirarucu, a large Amazonian freshwater fish, expertly grilled to a tender and flaky perfection, served with a generous portion of sautéed green vegetables.
Key ingredients
Pirarucu belly, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, assorted green vegetables (e.g., broccoli, asparagus, zucchini), butter for sautéing vegetables.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto-friendly. Ensure no sugary marinades are applied. Request only grilled or sautéed low-carb green vegetables as a side.
Watch out for
Sweet glazes or marinades, high-carb side dishes (rice, pirão, farofa, potatoes).
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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