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.

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