Ovos Mexidos ou Fritos (com Queijo e Bacon, sem Pão)
Scrambled or Fried Eggs (with Cheese and Bacon, No Bread)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A simple yet satisfying dish of scrambled or fried eggs, often served with cheese and bacon in Brazilian establishments. A reliable keto breakfast or light meal, explicitly without any bread.
Key ingredients
Eggs, butter/cooking oil, cheese (e.g., Queijo Minas, Parmesan), bacon, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no milk or flour is added to scrambled eggs (rare in Brazil but possible). Explicitly state 'sem pão' (without bread/toast).
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Nos ovos mexidos, por favor, sem leite ou farinha. E sem pão, por favor.
For the scrambled eggs, please ensure no milk or flour is added. And no bread, please.
Watch out for
Milk or flour used in scrambled eggs. Served automatically with toast or other bread.
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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