Bacalhau à Brás (Keto-style com Couve-flor)
Scrambled Cod with Cauliflower and Onions
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request riced cauliflower instead of shredded potatoes. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Portuguese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Portuguese comfort food re-imagined for keto. Flaked salt cod is sautéed with onions and garlic, then combined with scrambled eggs and fresh parsley. Riced cauliflower replaces traditional shredded potatoes, cooked generously with olive oil for a rich, satisfying low-carb version.
Key ingredients
Salt cod (bacalhau), eggs, onions, olive oil, garlic, parsley, riced cauliflower.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request riced cauliflower instead of shredded potatoes. Confirm liberal use of olive oil for cooking.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Bacalhau à Brás, por favor, use couve-flor picada em vez de batatas. E confirme que é cozinhado com bastante azeite.
For the Bacalhau à Brás, please use riced cauliflower instead of potatoes. And confirm it's cooked with liberal olive oil.
Watch out for
Onions contribute some carbs; ensure no hidden starches are used as binders.
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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