Couve Refogada com Alho e Azeite
Sautéed Cabbage/Kale with Garlic and Olive Oil
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A very common and simple side dish in Portuguese cuisine, consisting of shredded cabbage or kale (couve) quickly sautéed in a generous amount of olive oil with plenty of garlic. It's a naturally low-carb and flavorful vegetable accompaniment to many main courses.
Key ingredients
Cabbage or kale, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no other vegetables like carrots are added if requesting this as a side. Confirm no sugar is added (which is highly unlikely for this traditional preparation).
Watch out for
None significant, as long as it's prepared simply with oil, garlic, and green leafy vegetables. Very rarely, some chefs might add a touch of balsamic vinegar, which contains sugar.
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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