Couve Salteada com Carne (Keto Migas Style)
Sautéed Kale and Pork (Migas Inspired, No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no bread, 'broa' (cornbread), or any cornmeal. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A keto-friendly dish inspired by the robust flavors of traditional 'Migas', featuring hearty sautéed kale or collard greens generously cooked with olive oil, garlic, and tender pieces of pork (e.g., pork belly or shredded shoulder). The traditional bread or cornmeal component is completely removed.
Key ingredients
Kale or collard greens, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, pork belly or shredded pork shoulder, sea salt, black pepper, a splash of red wine vinegar (optional).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no bread, 'broa' (cornbread), or any cornmeal. Ensure the dish is rich in olive oil and pork fat. Confirm no starchy vegetables are added.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Sem pão, broa ou fubá, por favor. Gostaria que fosse rico em azeite e gordura de porco. Confirme que não há vegetais com amido.
No bread, broa, or cornmeal, please. I'd like it rich in olive oil and pork fat. Confirm no starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional 'Migas' is fundamentally bread-based. Ensure the kitchen completely omits this component. While greens are low carb, kale has more net carbs than spinach, so portion size matters.
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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