Uova al Pomodoro
Eggs in Tomato Sauce
No, skip this one: about 19g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A simple, hearty dish of eggs gently poached or simmered directly in a rich, herbed tomato sauce, often served with a drizzle of olive oil.
Key ingredients
Eggs, crushed tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, oregano, olive oil, salt, black pepper. (Optional: Parmesan cheese).
If you order it anyway
Ensure the tomato sauce contains no added sugar. Request a generous amount of olive oil.
If you order it anyway, say this (Italian)
Il sugo di pomodoro è senza zucchero aggiunto, per favore. E potrei avere abbondante olio d'oliva?
Please ensure the tomato sauce has no added sugar. And could I have a generous amount of olive oil?
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato sauce, natural carbohydrates from tomatoes.
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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