Ensopado de Borrego
Lamb Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no bread. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rustic and hearty lamb stew, slow-cooked with aromatic herbs, white wine, and sometimes small amounts of vegetables like onion and garlic. Traditionally served with slices of bread to soak up the rich broth.
Key ingredients
Lamb (often shoulder or leg), olive oil, onions, garlic, white wine, bay leaf, cilantro, salt, pepper. Some versions might include small amounts of tomato.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no bread. Inquire about any added thickeners (flour) or large quantities of higher-carb vegetables (e.g., potatoes, carrots, peas - though less common in traditional Ensopado). Request more of the lamb and broth, or a side salad.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Ensopado de Borrego, por favor, sem pão. O molho leva espessantes ou muitos vegetais como batatas? Prefiro mais borrego e caldo, ou uma salada à parte.
For the Ensopado de Borrego, please, no bread. Are there any thickeners or high-carb vegetables like potatoes? I'd prefer more lamb and broth, or a side salad.
Watch out for
Bread for serving. Onions, small amounts of tomato, and white wine contribute carbs. Potential for flour as a thickener (less common in truly traditional versions).
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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