Vieiras Gratinadas com Queijo e Ervas
Gratinated Scallops with Cheese and Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Fresh, succulent scallops baked in a creamy, rich sauce (typically a béchamel made with heavy cream), topped with a generous layer of cheese and aromatic herbs, then gratinéed until bubbling and golden-brown. A naturally low-carb and decadent seafood dish.
Key ingredients
Scallops
Optional tweaks
Confirm that the creamy sauce is made with heavy cream and no flour/starch thickeners or breadcrumbs.
Watch out for
Potential use of flour in a traditional béchamel sauce (must be clarified as keto béchamel), breadcrumbs for the gratin topping, added sugar for flavor balance.
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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