Frango Assado (Piri-Piri)
Roast Piri-Piri Chicken with Keto Salad
Yes, with a tweak: request no fries (sem batatas fritas) and no rice (sem arroz). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A Portuguese classic: half or a whole chicken marinated in a spicy piri-piri sauce (chili, garlic, lemon, olive oil) and roasted until juicy and flavorful. Typically accompanied by French fries and rice, both of which are high-carb and must be omitted for a keto meal.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, olive oil, piri-piri (chili) paste/sauce, garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper. Served with a simple green salad.
How to make it keto
Request no fries (sem batatas fritas) and no rice (sem arroz). Ask for a simple green salad (salada verde) or sautéed low-carb vegetables instead. Inquire about the sugar content of the piri-piri sauce, as commercial versions often contain sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Frango Assado Piri-Piri, por favor, sem batatas fritas, sem arroz, sem batatas. Quero uma salada verde simples ou vegetais cozidos a vapor. O molho Piri-Piri não leva açúcar?
For the Frango Assado Piri-Piri, please no fries, no rice, or potatoes. I'd like a simple green salad or steamed vegetables instead. Can you confirm the Piri-Piri sauce has no added sugar?
Watch out for
Piri-piri marinades and sauces frequently contain added sugars in restaurant settings. Tomatoes and lemon juice also contribute to the carb count.
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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