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Grilled Veal Chop with Asparagus
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breading or sugary glazes. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
A thick, succulent veal chop, seasoned lightly and grilled until juicy and tender. This dish focuses on the quality of the meat, complemented by simply grilled or steamed asparagus, providing a lean yet satisfying keto option.
Key ingredients
Veal chop, olive oil, salt, black pepper, fresh rosemary (optional), asparagus.
How to make it keto
Ensure no breading or sugary glazes. Request plain grilled or steamed asparagus, avoiding any butter or sauces with added thickeners if not specified as simple. Omit high-carb side dishes.
Watch out for
Sauces with thickeners/sugar, glazes, cross-contamination with breading, high-carb sides.
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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