Frango Piri-Piri (com Vegetais)
Grilled Piri-Piri Chicken with Greens
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no fries and no rice' ('sem batatas fritas e sem arroz'). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent grilled chicken marinated in a spicy piri-piri sauce, known for its fiery kick. This keto version is served as a main protein, intentionally omitting the traditional carb-heavy sides like fries and rice, accompanied instead by fresh greens.
Key ingredients
Chicken (often a half chicken), piri-piri sauce (chili, garlic, lemon, vinegar, olive oil), salt. Served with steamed greens (e.g., cabbage, broccoli) or a simple green salad.
How to make it keto
Request 'no fries and no rice' ('sem batatas fritas e sem arroz'). Ask for a side of steamed greens or a simple green salad with olive oil and vinegar dressing. Inquire about sugar content in the piri-piri sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Frango Piri-Piri, por favor, sem batatas fritas e sem arroz. Poderia vir com legumes cozidos ou salada verde simples com azeite e vinagre? O molho piri-piri tem açúcar?
For the Frango Piri-Piri, no fries and no rice, please. Can I have steamed greens or a green salad with olive oil and vinegar instead? Does the piri-piri sauce contain sugar?
Watch out for
Piri-piri sauce can sometimes contain added sugar. Salad dressings might have sugar. Tomatoes and onions in the salad contribute carbs.
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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