Bifana no Prato (Pork Steak with Keto Sides)
Marinated Pork Steak with Garlic and Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: order 'no pão' (without bread) and 'sem batatas fritas' (without french fries). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced, tender pork steak marinated in garlic, white wine, and sometimes paprika, then quickly pan-fried. Served as a standalone steak without the traditional bread, accompanied by low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Pork loin, garlic, white wine, olive oil, bay leaf, paprika, salt, pepper. (Restaurant modification: green salad or steamed vegetables)
How to make it keto
Order 'no pão' (without bread) and 'sem batatas fritas' (without french fries). Request a side of green salad or steamed non-starchy vegetables like asparagus or green beans.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Bifana no Prato, por favor. Sem pão e sem batatas fritas. Pode ser com uma salada verde ou legumes cozidos a vapor como espargos ou feijão-verde?
Bifana no Prato, please. No bread and no french fries. Can I have a green salad or steamed vegetables like asparagus or green beans instead?
Watch out for
Traditional serving is a sandwich (bread) with fries. Ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce and check for hidden sugars in marinades.
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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