Frango Piri-Piri (sem Batatas Fritas)
Piri-Piri Grilled Chicken (without Fries)
Yes, with a tweak: request no fries. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Succulent grilled chicken, often butterflied, marinated and basted with a spicy Piri-Piri (African Bird's Eye Chili) sauce. The sauce typically includes chili peppers, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and lemon juice. Traditionally served with fries, which are omitted for a keto diet.
Key ingredients
Half chicken (often with skin), Piri-Piri sauce (chili peppers, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, spices), olive oil for grilling.
How to make it keto
Request no fries. Ask for a simple side salad with olive oil and vinegar, or grilled low-carb vegetables. Inquire about the Piri-Piri sauce ingredients to confirm no added sugar or thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Quero o Frango Piri-Piri sem batatas fritas e sem arroz. Pode ser com uma salada simples, azeite e vinagre, ou legumes cozidos no vapor?
I'd like the Frango Piri-Piri without fries and rice. Can I have a simple side salad with oil and vinegar, or steamed vegetables?
Watch out for
Some commercial Piri-Piri sauces may contain added sugar. Traditional sides are high-carb.
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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