Bacalhau com Couve Flor e Ovo Mexido (Versão Keto)
Shredded Cod with Cauliflower Rice and Scrambled Eggs (Keto Version)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request riced cauliflower or shredded cabbage instead of straw-fried potatoes ('batata palha'). About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Portuguese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto-friendly adaptation of the classic Bacalhau à Brás, featuring flaky salted cod, sautéed onions, and scrambled eggs, but with riced cauliflower taking the place of the traditional straw-fried potatoes. Prepared with generous olive oil and fresh parsley.
Key ingredients
Desalted cod (bacalhau), olive oil, onions, garlic, riced cauliflower, eggs, parsley, black pepper, salt.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request riced cauliflower or shredded cabbage instead of straw-fried potatoes ('batata palha'). Confirm no flour is used to thicken the eggs or for any sauces. Ensure no hidden sugars in the pre-shredded cod.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Bacalhau, por favor, couve-flor 'arrozada' ou couve picada, no lugar da batata palha. Confirme sem farinha nos ovos/molhos e sem açúcar no bacalhau desfiado.
For Bacalhau, riced cauliflower or shredded cabbage, not batata palha. Confirm no flour in eggs/sauces, and no hidden sugars in cod.
Watch out for
Restaurants might use flour as a thickener for the eggs, or include high-carb vegetables like carrots. Watch for added sugars in seasoning mixes.
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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