Bacalhau de Couve-Flor Gratinado
Baked Codfish with Cream and Cauliflower (Keto-style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no bread or potatoes are used. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A low-carb reinterpretation of the classic Bacalhau Espiritual. Shredded salted codfish is baked in a creamy sauce (made without flour) with sautéed onions and garlic, and finely riced or grated cauliflower substituting for the traditional bread, topped with cheese until golden.
Key ingredients
Shredded salted cod (bacalhau), cauliflower (riced/grated), heavy cream, butter, olive oil, onions, garlic, nutmeg, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, black olives (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure no bread or potatoes are used. Confirm the cream sauce is thickened with cream and cheese, not flour. Request no carrots.
Watch out for
Small amounts of onion/garlic, potential hidden flour in cream sauce if not explicitly clarified.
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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