Espetada (Carne de Vaca) com Aspargos Grelhados
Madeiran Beef Skewers with Grilled Asparagus
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sem batatas' (without potatoes) and 'sem bolo do caco' (without bread). About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Large chunks of succulent beef, often rubbed with garlic and bay leaf, skewered and grilled over an open flame, a specialty of Madeira. Normally served with fried potatoes or 'bolo do caco' (Madeiran bread). Easily made keto with grilled asparagus or other green vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef cubes, garlic, bay leaf, coarse salt, olive oil, grilled asparagus.
How to make it keto
Request 'sem batatas' (without potatoes) and 'sem bolo do caco' (without bread). Ask for 'com aspargos grelhados' (with grilled asparagus) or 'salada verde' (green salad).
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
A Espetada, por favor, sem batatas nem bolo do caco. Pode ser com aspargos grelhados ou salada verde?
For the Espetada, please no potatoes or bolo do caco. I'd like it with grilled asparagus or a green salad.
Watch out for
Traditional carb sides. Ensure no marinades with added sugar are used.
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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