Bacalhau Mexido com Legumes e Ovo
Keto Cod Scramble with Eggs and Sautéed Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ask to replace the traditional straw-fried potatoes with sautéed low-carb vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Portuguese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto-adapted version of the classic 'Bacalhau à Brás', featuring shredded salted cod, scrambled with eggs, sautéed onions, garlic, and bell peppers, all cooked in generous olive oil.
Key ingredients
Salted cod (bacalhau), eggs, olive oil, onions, garlic, bell peppers, parsley.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask to replace the traditional straw-fried potatoes with sautéed low-carb vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach. Confirm no flour or thickeners are used.
Watch out for
The traditional dish 'Bacalhau à Brás' is fundamentally defined by straw-fried potatoes. Hidden sugars in pre-shredded cod or cooking sauces. Overcooked onions can add carbs.
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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