Bacalhau à Brás (Versão Ceto)
Cod with Scrambled Eggs and Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ask for the 'batata palha' (shoestring fries) to be replaced with a low-carb alternative such as finely shredded cabbage, zucchini noodles, or even riced cauliflower… About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting dish traditionally made with shredded cod, onions, scrambled eggs, and 'batata palha' (shoestring fried potatoes). For a keto version, the potatoes are replaced with finely shredded cabbage, zucchini noodles, or turnip noodles.
Key ingredients
Shredded salted cod (bacalhau), eggs, onions (moderate), olive oil, garlic, black olives, parsley.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for the 'batata palha' (shoestring fries) to be replaced with a low-carb alternative such as finely shredded cabbage, zucchini noodles, or even riced cauliflower if possible. Ensure no flour or thickeners are used. Ask for generous olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Bacalhau à Brás, por favor. Pode substituir a batata palha por couve ralada fina ou outra alternativa de baixo carboidrato? Sem farinha nem espessantes, e com bastante azeite.
I'd like the Bacalhau à Brás. Can you replace the batata palha with finely shredded cabbage or riced cauliflower? Please ensure no flour or thickeners are used, and add generous olive oil.
Watch out for
The 'batata palha' is the main carb risk. Onions can contribute some carbs if used in large quantities. Ensure no flour is used as a thickener in the scrambled eggs.
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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