Frango Piri-Piri com Salada Mista
Piri-Piri Grilled Chicken with Mixed Salad
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no french fries ('sem batatas fritas') or rice ('sem arroz'). About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Portuguese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Spicy grilled chicken, marinated in a flavorful Piri-Piri sauce, served with a fresh mixed green salad. Traditionally accompanied by french fries or rice, which are omitted for a keto meal.
Key ingredients
Half chicken, Piri-Piri sauce (chili, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, lemon), olive oil, salt, mixed greens, red onion (minimal), cucumber, tomato (minimal), olive oil, vinegar.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no french fries ('sem batatas fritas') or rice ('sem arroz'). Verify the Piri-Piri sauce used has no added sugar (some commercial versions do). Request salad dressing on the side (oil and vinegar).
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Frango Piri-Piri, por favor, sem batatas fritas ou arroz. O molho Piri-Piri tem açúcar adicionado? Molho da salada à parte, só azeite e vinagre.
For Frango Piri-Piri, no fries or rice. Does sauce have added sugar? Dressing on side: oil and vinegar.
Watch out for
Piri-Piri sauce can contain hidden sugars, especially in pre-made or restaurant versions. Fries/rice are standard sides. Salad dressings might be sugary.
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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