Mexido de Ovos com Carne Seca e Queijo
Scrambled Eggs with Shredded Dried Beef and Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A hearty Brazilian breakfast or light meal featuring scrambled eggs mixed with savory, rehydrated and shredded carne seca (dried salted beef) and melted cheese, often seasoned with fresh herbs.
Key ingredients
Eggs, carne seca (shredded, rehydrated, sautéed), cheese (e.g., queijo minas, muçarela), onion, garlic, olive oil, chives or parsley, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy fillers or sauces are added to the scrambled eggs.
Watch out for
Hidden starches in processed carne seca (unlikely in authentic versions), sugary additions to seasoning.
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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