Calabresa Acebolada

Calabresa Acebolada is a flavorful Brazilian dish featuring spicy calabresa sausage sautéed with onions, creating a savory and aromatic meal. This low-carb version is perfect for those looking to enjoy a hearty lunch without the extra carbs.

Calabresa Acebolada
25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Brazilian
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Calabresa sausage - 200 grams
  • Onion - 1 medium, sliced
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Bell pepper (red or green) - 1/2, sliced
  • Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced calabresa sausage and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned.
  3. Add the sliced onion and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until they soften.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Carbs: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 950 mg
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg
  • Total Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle health.
  • Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

Tags

BrazilianLow CarbLunch