Picanha Grelhada com Espargos
Grilled Picanha with Asparagus
Yes, with a tweak: strictly omit all carb-heavy sides such as rice, fries, or farofa. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
A generous, thick cut of Picanha (top sirloin cap), grilled perfectly to highlight its rich flavor and distinctive fat cap. Seasoned simply with coarse salt and pepper, it is served with a side of steamed or grilled asparagus, completely omitting rice, fries, or farofa.
Key ingredients
Picanha beef cut, coarse salt, black pepper, olive oil (for cooking/dressing), fresh asparagus.
How to make it keto
Strictly omit all carb-heavy sides such as rice, fries, or farofa. Request steamed or grilled asparagus, or other low-carb green vegetables like broccoli or spinach, prepared simply with olive oil and salt.
Watch out for
Steak sauces often contain hidden sugars or thickeners. Ensure the steak is served plain or with a simple butter/garlic sauce. Asparagus has minimal carbs but ensure no sugary glaze.
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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