Perico
Venezuelan Scrambled Eggs
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Venezuelan dishes.
What it is
A classic Venezuelan breakfast or brunch dish consisting of scrambled eggs cooked with a flavorful sofrito of sautéed onions, tomatoes, and often bell peppers. It's simple, savory, and widely enjoyed.
Key ingredients
Eggs, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers (optional), olive oil or butter, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread, arepas, or other starchy sides are served or consumed with the Perico. Request it as a standalone dish.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Quiero el Perico, por favor, pero solo el plato. Sin pan, arepas u otros acompañamientos con almidón.
I'd like the Perico, please, but as a standalone dish. No bread, arepas, or other starchy sides.
Watch out for
Often served with arepas. Some restaurants might use a pre-made tomato sauce with added sugar (less common for this simple dish, but possible).
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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