Bacalhau Scramble (no potatoes)
Cod and Egg Scramble (Portuguese Style, no potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: omit the fried matchstick potatoes (batata palha) which are a core component of the original dish. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A modified version of the classic Bacalhau à Brás, featuring shredded salted cod, sautéed onions, garlic, and parsley, mixed with scrambled eggs and cooked in olive oil. The traditional matchstick fries are strictly omitted.
Key ingredients
Salted cod (bacalhau), eggs, olive oil, onions, garlic, parsley, black olives (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit the fried matchstick potatoes (batata palha) which are a core component of the original dish. Confirm no flour is used as a thickener for the scramble.
Watch out for
The original dish is fundamentally defined by fried potatoes. Potential for flour in some restaurant preparations. Small amounts of onion and garlic contribute minor 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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