Bife à Portuguesa (Keto)
Portuguese Steak with Fried Egg and Keto Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no fries and no rice. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A tender pan-fried steak, often topped with a fried egg and a savory pan sauce, served with a side of sautéed greens or a simple salad, omitting the traditional fries and rice.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (sirloin or similar), olive oil/butter, garlic, white wine (minimal), bay leaf, fried egg, salt, pepper, side of sautéed greens/salad.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no fries and no rice. Ask if the sauce can be made without flour/thickener or with minimal amounts. Request a simple side salad or sautéed low-carb vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, sem batata frita e sem arroz. O molho não leva farinha nem açúcar? O presunto tem açúcar?
No fries, no rice, please. Is the gravy made without flour or sugar? Does the ham contain added sugar?
Watch out for
Sauce thickeners (flour), white wine, hidden sugars in sauce, cross-contamination with fries.
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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