Espetada de Carne com Legumes
Beef Skewer with Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ask for 'sem arroz e sem batatas' (without rice and without potatoes/fries). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Large chunks of beef (often sirloin or tenderloin) threaded onto a skewer, seasoned with coarse salt and sometimes garlic, then grilled. This keto option replaces the typical fries and rice with a medley of grilled or sautéed low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef chunks, salt, garlic (optional), olive oil. Side vegetables: bell peppers, onions (minimal), mushrooms, zucchini, eggplant (grilled or sautéed).
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ask for 'sem arroz e sem batatas' (without rice and without potatoes/fries). Request 'com legumes' (with vegetables), specifying grilled or sautéed low-carb options if available.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para a Espetada de Carne, por favor, sem arroz e sem batatas. Pode ser com legumes grelhados ou salteados, por favor?
For the Espetada de Carne, please no rice and no potatoes. I'd like it with plain grilled or sautéed low-carb vegetables instead.
Watch out for
Marinades for the meat might contain sugar (uncommon for traditional espetadas but possible). Vegetables like onions and bell peppers contain some carbs; watch portion sizes if concerned.
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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