Bife à Portuguesa (com ovo e molho, sem batatas)
Portuguese Steak with Egg and Sauce (Keto Version)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no fries (batatas fritas) or rice. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Pan-fried steak, often topped with a fried egg, cured ham, and a rich, savory sauce (typically white wine, garlic, and broth). Traditionally served with french fries; for keto, fries must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Beef steak, olive oil, garlic, bay leaf, white wine, beef broth, cured ham (presunto), fried egg, optional pickles, green salad with olive oil/vinegar.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no fries (batatas fritas) or rice. Ask for a simple green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables instead. Confirm the sauce does not contain flour thickeners or added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, sem batatas fritas ou arroz. Posso ter uma salada verde simples ou vegetais cozidos de baixo carboidrato? Confirme que o molho não tem farinha nem açúcar.
Please, no fries or rice. Can I have a simple green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables instead? Confirm the sauce has no flour or added sugar.
Watch out for
Fries are standard. Some restaurant sauces might use a flour thickener or a touch of sugar.
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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