Bifana (Prato Keto)
Marinated Pork Loin Plate (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ask for the bifana "no prato, sem pão" (on a plate, without bread). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Thin slices of pork loin, marinated in white wine, garlic, and spices, quickly pan-fried until tender and flavorful. Traditionally served in a bread roll, this keto adaptation is served as a plate with accompanying low-carb vegetables or salad.
Key ingredients
Pork loin, white wine, garlic, paprika, olive oil, salt, pepper, a side of green salad or steamed greens.
How to make it keto
Explicitly ask for the bifana "no prato, sem pão" (on a plate, without bread). Request "com salada verde" (with green salad, oil & vinegar) or "com legumes cozidos" (with steamed vegetables).
Watch out for
Marinade could contain sugar, though less common for traditional bifana. Ensure side sauces are not sugary.
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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