Xinxim de Galinha
Bahian Chicken and Shrimp Stew (without Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar in the stew base or sauce. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and vibrant stew from Bahia, featuring tender chicken pieces and shrimp cooked in a flavorful sauce with dendê oil (red palm oil), coconut milk, ground peanuts, cashews, ginger, garlic, and bell peppers. It's known for its creamy texture and distinct taste.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/drumsticks, shrimp, dendê oil, coconut milk, peanuts, cashews, ginger, garlic, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar in the stew base or sauce. Omit the traditional serving of white rice or farofa. Request generous amounts of dendê oil and full-fat coconut milk.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Xinxim de Galinha, certifique-se de que não há açúcar no molho. Sem arroz branco ou farofa, por favor. Quero bastante azeite de dendê e leite de coco gordo.
For the Xinxim de Galinha, ensure no added sugar in the sauce. No white rice or farofa, please. I'd like generous dendê oil and full-fat coconut milk.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the sauce; peanuts and cashews contribute some carbs, but generally within keto limits for a meal. Traditional serving with rice.
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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