Xinxim de Galinha (sem Arroz)
Xinxim de Galinha (Chicken Stew with Palm Oil and Coconut Milk, No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request without rice. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and flavorful Bahian chicken stew, featuring tender chicken pieces cooked in dendê (palm) oil, creamy coconut milk, and ground nuts, seasoned with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, cilantro, and lime. Traditionally served with rice, which must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs, dendê oil, coconut milk, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, cashews, peanuts, cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request without rice. Confirm no added sugar in the sauce or broth. Portion nuts carefully.
Watch out for
Cashews and peanuts contribute carbs; bell peppers, tomatoes, and onions also contain some carbohydrates. Potential for hidden sugars in restaurant 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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