Bolo de Carne

Bolo de Carne is a delicious Brazilian meat cake that is both hearty and low in carbohydrates, making it a perfect choice for a nutritious lunch. Packed with flavor and protein, this dish is easy to prepare and will satisfy your hunger without the carbs.

Bolo de Carne
45 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Brazilian
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Ground beef - 400 grams
  • Eggs - 2 large
  • Almond flour - 50 grams
  • Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
  • Onion, finely chopped - 1 small (about 100 grams)
  • Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Chopped parsley - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, sautéed onion and garlic, eggs, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F) and the top is golden.
  6. Allow the meatloaf to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 36 g
  • Carbs: 5 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Cholesterol: 180 mg
  • Total Fat: 33 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

Tags

BrazilianLow CarbLunch