Uova al Cereghino
Fried Eggs with Sage and Butter
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A Lombard classic: simple fried eggs cooked in abundant butter with fresh sage leaves until the whites are set and yolks are runny. A rich, flavorful, and naturally keto breakfast or light meal.
Key ingredients
Eggs, butter, fresh sage leaves, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread/toast is served alongside. Request extra butter if desired.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Le Uova al Cereghino, per favore senza pane o toast. Potrei avere un po' di burro extra?
For the Uova al Cereghino, please no bread or toast on the side. Could I have extra butter with it?
Watch out for
Crostini/bread served on the side if not specified.
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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