Bajd Imħawwad bil-Ħxejjex
Scrambled Eggs with Mediterranean Vegetables
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty Maltese-style scrambled egg dish featuring eggs lightly whisked with finely chopped low-carb Mediterranean vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini, sautéed with onion and garlic in olive oil. A simple yet flavorful and authentic meal.
Key ingredients
Eggs, bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, a pinch of dried herbs (e.g., oregano).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no milk or cream with added sugar, avoid high-carb vegetables like potatoes or excessive tomatoes, ensure generous use of olive oil for cooking.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Bajd Imħawwad bil-Ħxejjex, jekk jogħġbok aċċerta li m'hemmx ħalib jew krema biz-zokkor miżjud. Evita patata jew tadam żejjed, u uża żejt taż-żebbuġa bil-ġenerożità.
For the Bajd Imħawwad bil-Ħxejjex, please ensure no milk or cream with added sugar. Avoid potatoes or excessive tomatoes, and use generous olive oil.
Watch out for
Addition of milk/cream with hidden sugars, inclusion of high-carb vegetables like potatoes or excessive amounts of tomatoes, hidden sugar in generic spice mixes (unlikely but worth clarifying).
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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