Bife à Portuguesa (Keto Version)
Portuguese Steak with Fried Egg, Ham, and Keto Greens
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sem batatas fritas' (without French fries). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A quintessential Portuguese comfort food: a tender pan-fried steak, often topped with a slice of cured ham (presunto) and a fried egg, served in a rich, savory sauce (typically wine-based). Traditionally accompanied by a generous portion of French fries.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (e.g., sirloin), olive oil, garlic, white wine, bay leaf, cured ham (presunto), fried egg, butter, salt, pepper. Keto version includes a side of green salad or sautéed greens.
How to make it keto
Request 'sem batatas fritas' (without French fries). Ask for a green salad (dressing on the side) or sautéed low-carb greens. Confirm the sauce is not excessively thickened with flour or cornstarch (usually not, but varies by restaurant).
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Bife à Portuguesa, por favor, sem batatas fritas. Poderia ser com salada verde e molho à parte, ou legumes salteados?
The Bife à Portuguesa, please without French fries. Can I have a green salad with dressing on the side, or sautéed low-carb greens instead?
Watch out for
French fries are a standard, high-carb accompaniment. The sauce might contain a small amount of wine (negligible carbs) or, in some less authentic versions, a starchy thickener or 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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