Espetada (com Salada Verde)
Beef Skewers with Green Salad
Yes, with a tweak: request no fries or other potato sides (like 'milho frito'). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Large chunks of succulent beef, often rubbed with garlic and bay leaf, grilled on a skewer. Served here with a simple green salad dressed with olive oil and vinegar, omitting traditional potato sides.
Key ingredients
Beef (sirloin, rump), bay leaves, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil. Side salad (lettuce, cucumber, tomato in moderation), olive oil, vinegar.
How to make it keto
Request no fries or other potato sides (like 'milho frito'). Ask for a large green salad with olive oil and vinegar dressing.
Watch out for
Salad dressings can contain sugar; specify olive oil and vinegar. Tomatoes in salad add a few carbs.
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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