Bacalhau à Brás (Keto Modified)
Shredded Cod with Eggs, Onions, and Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request shredded cabbage, turnip, or zucchini instead of potatoes. About 15g 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, featuring shredded salted cod mixed with scrambled eggs, sautéed onions, and finely shredded low-carb vegetables (like cabbage or turnip) instead of the traditional potatoes. Generously seasoned with olive oil and parsley.
Key ingredients
Salted cod, eggs, olive oil, onions, shredded cabbage/turnip, garlic, parsley, black olives, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request shredded cabbage, turnip, or zucchini instead of potatoes. Ensure no added flour or thickeners in the eggs.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Bacalhau à Brás, por favor. Pode ser feito com couve-lombarda, nabo ou curgete ralada em vez de batatas? Confirma que não tem farinha ou espessantes nos ovos?
I'd like the Bacalhau à Brás. Can it be made with shredded cabbage, turnip, or zucchini instead of potatoes? Please confirm no flour or thickeners in the eggs.
Watch out for
Onions can add up in quantity; ensure no hidden potato starch or thickeners in the egg mixture.
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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