Bife à Portuguesa (Sem Batatas)
Portuguese Steak with Egg and Ham (No Fries)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sem batatas fritas' (without french fries). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Pan-fried or grilled steak, often topped with a fried egg and a slice of cured ham (presunto). Served in a rich sauce typically made with butter, garlic, and white wine, with fries omitted.
Key ingredients
Beef steak, egg, cured ham, olive oil, butter, garlic, white wine, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request 'sem batatas fritas' (without french fries). Inquire about the sauce ingredients to ensure no flour or sugar-based thickeners are used. The chef may add a touch of flour.
Watch out for
Fries are a fundamental accompaniment. The sauce might contain small amounts of flour or starch for thickening, and some chefs might add a touch of sugar. Confirm no added sugars.
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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