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Turkish Scrambled Eggs with Tomato and Peppers (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: specify 'no bread' (ekmek yok). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Turkish breakfast dish featuring scrambled eggs cooked with sautéed tomatoes, green peppers, and onions in generous olive oil. This keto version focuses on the flavorful egg and vegetable base, omitting the traditional bread.
Key ingredients
Eggs, tomatoes, green peppers, onion, olive oil, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, specify 'no bread' (ekmek yok). Ask if it can be prepared with less onion if preferred for lower carb intake, but some onion is traditional.
Watch out for
Always served with generous portions of bread for dipping. Tomatoes, onions, and peppers are natural carb sources, and restaurant portions can be large.
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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