Espetada Madeirense com Legumes Salteados
Madeiran Beef Skewers with Sautéed Vegetables (No Fried Corn/Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request no milho frito (fried corn) or potatoes; ask for sautéed low-carb vegetables. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Large chunks of beef, typically sirloin or tenderloin, skewered on a laurel branch and grilled over hot coals. Seasoned with salt and garlic. Served with sautéed low-carb vegetables instead of fried corn (milho frito) or potatoes.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., sirloin), coarse salt, garlic, olive oil, laurel branch, broccoli, bell peppers, onions (small amount) for sautéing.
How to make it keto
Request no milho frito (fried corn) or potatoes; ask for sautéed low-carb vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, sem milho frito nem batatas. Pode ser com legumes salteados de baixo carboidrato?
Please, no milho frito or potatoes. Can I have sautéed low-carb vegetables instead?
Watch out for
Marination might contain sugar, confirm with restaurant. Small amounts of natural carbs in vegetables.
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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