Xinxim de Galinha (sem Arroz e Amendoim)
Chicken Xinxim (without Rice and Peanuts)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly no rice. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
An flavorful Afro-Brazilian chicken stew, distinctively prepared with dendê oil (palm oil) and rich coconut milk. It often includes dried shrimp, onions, garlic, and ginger, creating a vibrant and aromatic profile. Modified for keto by strictly omitting rice and minimizing peanuts.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, dendê oil, coconut milk, dried shrimp, onions, garlic, cilantro, ginger, lime juice, salt, black pepper. (Optional: very minimal peanuts for flavor, or omit completely).
How to make it keto
Strictly no rice. Omit or severely limit peanuts due to their carb content. Confirm no added sugars in the coconut milk or any other sauce components.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Xinxim, por favor, sem arroz. E gostaria de limitar ou omitir o amendoim. Pode confirmar se não há açúcares adicionados no leite de coco ou no molho?
For the Xinxim, no rice and minimal or no peanuts, please. Confirm no added sugars in the coconut milk or other sauce components.
Watch out for
Peanuts (if used) are high in carbs. Natural sugars in coconut milk. Onion and garlic content. Any thickeners used in the stew.
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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