A traditional Portuguese smoked sausage (typically made from game meats, poultry, and pork, with bread as a binder) grilled or pan-fried, served with a sunny-side-up fried egg and a side of fresh green vegetables.

Key ingredients

Alheira sausage (pork, poultry, bread, garlic, paprika), egg, olive oil, green vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli).

If you order it anyway

Request 'sem batatas fritas' (without french fries) or rice. The alheira sausage itself contains bread as a binder, so consume in moderation and ensure other meal components are low-carb. Focus on the protein and fat content.

If you order it anyway, say this (Portuguese)

A Alheira Grelhada, por favor, sem batatas fritas nem arroz. Apenas a alheira, ovo e os vegetais verdes.

For the Alheira Grelhada, please serve without fries or rice. Just the alheira, egg, and green vegetables.

Watch out for

Alheira sausage inherently contains bread as a binder, which contributes significant carbohydrates. This is the primary carb risk. Ensure no additional high-carb sides are served.

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.