Huevos de Codorniz Cocidos con Sal y Pimienta
Boiled Quail Eggs with Salt and Pepper
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Venezuelan dishes.
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2gTotal carbs
0gFibre
20gProtein
24gFat
300Calories
What it is
Small, nutrient-dense quail eggs, simply boiled and seasoned with salt and pepper. A popular snack or appetizer in Venezuela, naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Quail eggs, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
None needed, naturally keto.
Watch out for
Often served with sugary 'salsa rosada' (pink sauce) or other high-carb condiments; request them plain or with keto-friendly alternatives like guacamole (if not pre-made with 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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