Bacalhau à Brás (Keto Couve-Flor)
Cod à Brás with Cauliflower
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request cauliflower florets instead of potatoes/fries. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Portuguese dish, reimagined for keto. Salt cod is shredded and sautéed with onions, garlic, and scrambled eggs, replacing the traditional shoestring fries with pan-fried cauliflower florets. Finished with fresh parsley.
Key ingredients
Salt cod (bacalhau), eggs, onions, garlic, olive oil, cauliflower, parsley, black olives (optional).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request cauliflower florets instead of potatoes/fries. Ensure no potato is used as a binder or thickener.
Watch out for
Onions contribute some carbs; ensure cauliflower is not overly processed with starch. Hidden sugars in pre-shredded cod seasoning (unlikely in authentic places).
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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