Frango na Púcara (Sem Acompanhamentos de Amido)
Clay Pot Chicken (Starch-Free Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, potatoes, or bread are served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
A regional specialty from Alcobaça, where chicken pieces are slowly cooked in a traditional clay pot (púcara) with cured ham, bacon, white wine, garlic, and bay leaves. The slow cooking creates incredibly tender and deeply flavored chicken, served without starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice, potatoes, or bread are served. Request sautéed green vegetables as a side.
Watch out for
Potential use of small amounts of flour or cornstarch in the sauce for thickening, hidden sugars in marinades (unlikely for this dish), high-carb sides if not explicitly omitted.
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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