Espetadas de Carne (com Salada)
Meat Skewers (with Salad)
Yes, with a tweak: omit the rice and French fries. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent chunks of beef, pork, or chicken (or mixed) grilled on a skewer, often with bell peppers and onions. Served with a generous side salad, omitting the traditional rice and fries.
Key ingredients
Beef, pork, or chicken pieces, olive oil, bell peppers, onions, large green salad (lettuce, tomato, cucumber) with olive oil and vinegar dressing.
How to make it keto
Omit the rice and French fries. Ask for extra salad or grilled low-carb vegetables (like zucchini, mushrooms) instead.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, sem arroz e batatas fritas. Poderia vir com salada extra ou legumes grelhados, como abobrinha e cogumelos?
Please omit the rice and fries. Can I have extra salad or grilled vegetables like zucchini and mushrooms instead?
Watch out for
Sugary marinades, high-carb vegetables on the skewer (e.g., pineapple), sweet salad dressings, hidden starches in seasonings.
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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