Enguias à Moda de Aveiro Estufadas com Legumes (Keto)
Aveiro-Style Stewed Eels with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour is used as a thickener in the stew sauce. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Portuguese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Traditional Aveiro-style stewed eels, prepared in a rich and aromatic sauce featuring bell peppers, onions, ripe tomatoes, bay leaf, and paprika. The eels are tender and flavorful, complemented by the savory stew. Served with a side of steamed low-carb vegetables like zucchini and green beans, explicitly omitting starchy accompaniments such as rice or potatoes.
Key ingredients
Eels, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, bay leaf, paprika, white wine, salt, pepper, zucchini, green beans
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour is used as a thickener in the stew sauce. Request only low-carb vegetables and no rice or potatoes.
Watch out for
Natural sugars from tomatoes and peppers, potential thickeners (e.g., flour, cornstarch) in the sauce.
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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