Bacalhau à Brás Keto (com Couve-flor)
Shredded Cod with Scrambled Eggs and Keto Cauliflower Rice
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request cauliflower rice or shredded cabbage instead of traditional fried potatoes. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Portuguese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Portuguese dish reimagined for keto. Traditionally made with shredded cod, onions, scrambled eggs, and thinly cut fried potatoes (batata palha). This keto version substitutes the potatoes with cauliflower rice, sautéed with the cod, onions, and eggs, resulting in a flavorful, satisfying, and low-carb meal.
Key ingredients
Shredded salted cod (dessalted), eggs, olive oil, onions, garlic, cauliflower rice, parsley, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request cauliflower rice or shredded cabbage instead of traditional fried potatoes. Ensure no added starches or sugars. Confirm generous use of olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Bacalhau à Brás, por favor, use arroz de couve-flor ou couve ralada em vez de batatas. Sem amidos ou açúcares. Pode ser bem regado com azeite.
For the Bacalhau à Brás, please use cauliflower rice or shredded cabbage instead of potatoes. No added starches or sugars. Generous olive oil, please.
Watch out for
Onions contribute some carbs; ensure portion control. Potential for hidden sugar in seasoning or incorrect cauliflower substitution.
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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