Espetada de Carne Grelhada com Legumes Keto
Grilled Beef Skewers with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, milho frito (fried cornmeal), or other starchy sides. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Large chunks of beef (or sometimes pork/chicken) skewered and grilled, often seasoned simply with garlic, bay leaf, and salt. Traditionally served with starchy sides like milho frito or potatoes, this keto version focuses on the tender, seasoned meat accompanied by a simple green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef cubes, olive oil, garlic, bay leaf, coarse salt, black pepper, broccoli florets, mixed green salad, olive oil and vinegar dressing.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, milho frito (fried cornmeal), or other starchy sides. Opt for a side salad with olive oil and vinegar dressing or steamed non-starchy vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans). Confirm no sugary marinades are used on the meat.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Na Espetada de Carne, por favor, sem batata, milho frito ou outros acompanhamentos com amido. Sem marinada açucarada. Uma salada simples com azeite e vinagre, por favor.
For the Espetada de Carne, please, no potatoes, milho frito, or other starchy sides. I need no sugary marinades. A side salad with olive oil and vinegar, please.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades, hidden starches in sauces, traditional high-carb side dishes (potatoes, milho frito).
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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