Xinxim de Bofe (Ensopado de Pulmão Bovino com Amendoim, Castanha e Azeite de Dendê, sem Acompanhamentos de Carboidratos)
Beef Lung Xinxim (Stew with Peanuts, Cashews, and Palm Oil, without Carb Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that no flour, starches, or other high-carb ingredients are used as thickeners in the sauce. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional, albeit less common, Bahian dish, Xinxim de Bofe features tender, slow-cooked beef lung stewed in a luxurious sauce. This sauce is rich with ground peanuts, cashews, fresh ginger, garlic, cilantro, and generous amounts of vibrant dendê (palm) oil, offering a unique and intensely flavorful experience. It is modified to be served without any carb-heavy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Beef lung (bofe), dendê oil, onion, garlic, fresh ginger, ground peanuts, ground cashews, lime juice, fresh cilantro, bell peppers, optional tomatoes (ensure no sugar).
How to make it keto
Confirm that no flour, starches, or other high-carb ingredients are used as thickeners in the sauce. Request that the dish be served strictly without rice, farofa, or any other traditional carbohydrate-rich side dishes.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, confirme se o Xinxim de Bofe não leva farinha ou amido para engrossar. Sirva sem arroz, farofa ou acompanhamentos ricos em carboidratos.
Please confirm no flour or starches are used as thickeners in the Xinxim de Bofe. Serve it strictly without rice, farofa, or any high-carb sides.
Watch out for
Similar to Caruru, the inclusion of ground peanuts and cashews can contribute moderate carbohydrates, especially in a hearty restaurant serving. There's a risk of hidden flour or starches being used as thickeners, and potential for added sugars in the sauce base or seasonings.
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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