Argentinian keto guide
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282 dishes120 keto as served120 with a photo
Keto friendliness
Built almost entirely around the Asado (grill), this cuisine requires zero effort to stay strictly keto.
Top ingredients
Massive cuts of grilled beef, lamb, choripán (without the bread), and chimichurri sauce (olive oil, garlic, herbs).
Danger zones
Pass on the empanadas, the automatically served bread baskets, and any dessert featuring dulce de leche.
Best for
Clean keto dieters and meat purists looking for simple, highly satisfying, fat-rich meals.
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Asado con Cuero (Carne sin guarnición)
Whole-Roasted Meat with Skin (Keto, Meat Only)
A traditional slow-roasted preparation of a whole animal (often pork or young beef) cooked with its skin, resu…
0 net0 total0 fibre80 protein65 fat900 kcal
Panceta a la Plancha
Grilled Pork Belly / Pan-Seared Pancetta
Thick slices of uncured pork belly (panceta) grilled or pan-seared until crispy and succulent. A popular, simp…
0 net0 total0 fibre40 protein75 fat850 kcal
Ubre a la Parrilla
Grilled Beef Udder
Grilled beef udder, a lesser-known but traditional offal delicacy in Argentina, characterized by its unique te…
0 net0 total0 fibre40 protein58 fat680 kcal
Espinaca a la Crema
Creamed Spinach (Side Dish)
A rich and savory side dish of sautéed spinach combined with a creamy sauce, typically made from heavy cream, …
1 net5 total4 fibre15 protein46 fat500 kcal
Matambre de Cerdo al Horno
Oven-Roasted Pork Flank
A whole cut of pork flank (matambre de cerdo) slow-roasted in the oven until tender and juicy, with a rich, sa…
1 net1 total0 fibre55 protein60 fat780 kcal
Mollejas a la Parrilla
Grilled Sweetbreads
A prized delicacy in Argentinian cuisine, beef sweetbreads (thymus gland) are grilled until beautifully crispy…
1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Tripa Gorda a la Parrilla
Grilled Large Intestine
Thick cut of beef large intestine, slow-grilled until tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. A tradit…
1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein65 fat750 kcal
Trucha a la Manteca
Trout with Butter and Lemon
Fresh trout fillet pan-fried or baked with a generous amount of butter, often finished with lemon juice and fr…
1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein58 fat750 kcal
Bondiola a la Parrilla
Grilled Pork Shoulder Steak with Keto Sides
A thick cut of grilled pork shoulder, known for its marbling and tenderness. A staple of Argentinian barbecue,…
2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
Chinchulines a la Parrilla
Grilled Beef Chitterlings with Keto Sides
Crispy grilled beef chitterlings, a popular offal choice in an Argentinian parrillada, known for their unique …
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein55 fat600 kcal
Churrasquito de Cerdo
Grilled Pork Steak
A tender cut of pork steak, simply grilled to perfection, seasoned with salt and pepper, highlighting the natu…
2 net3 total1 fibre80 protein45 fat750 kcal
Mollejas Fritas
Fried Sweetbreads
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sweetbreads (thymus gland) are pan-fried or deep-fried to a go…
2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein75 fat850 kcal
Pechito de Cerdo a la Provenzal
Pork Belly/Ribs Provenzal
Succulent cut of pork belly (pechito) or tender pork ribs, slowly roasted, braised, or grilled until tender an…
2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein80 fat900 kcal
Pescado a la Plancha / Pescado a la Parrilla
Pan-fried / Grilled Fish
Fresh fish (such as Merluza, Lenguado, or Trucha) expertly pan-fried or grilled, typically seasoned simply wit…
2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Pescado a la Provenzal
Fish with Garlic and Parsley (Provenzal Style)
A light and flavorful preparation of fish (often hake or sea bass) baked or pan-fried, then topped with a gene…
2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein45 fat610 kcal
Pollo a la Parrilla
Grilled Chicken with Keto Sides
Simply grilled chicken, a common and versatile protein option in Argentinian cuisine. Can be ordered as a whol…
2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
Sesos a la Manteca
Pan-fried Beef Brain in Butter
Beef brains, often lightly poached then pan-fried in generous butter until golden, seasoned with fresh parsley…
2 net2 total0 fibre25 protein65 fat700 kcal
Vacio a la Parrilla
Grilled Flank Steak
A very popular and flavorful cut of beef, the 'vacío' (flank steak), grilled to achieve a deliciously crispy e…
2 net3 total1 fibre90 protein75 fat1050 kcal
Calamares a la Plancha
Grilled Squid
Fresh squid, either whole or cut into rings, quickly grilled with a simple dressing of olive oil, fresh garlic…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein30 fat550 kcal
Chorizo a la Parrilla (sin pan)
Grilled Argentinian Sausage (without bread)
A classic Argentinian grilled pork sausage, rich in fat and flavor, typically seasoned with paprika and other …
3 net3 total0 fibre20 protein40 fat450 kcal
Cordero al Horno
Roasted Lamb with Keto Sides
Slow-roasted lamb, a tender and flavorful dish popular in various regions of Argentina, often simply seasoned …
3 net4 total1 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
Costillas de Cerdo a la Parrilla con Chimichurri
Grilled Pork Ribs with Chimichurri Sauce
Succulent grilled pork ribs, typically very fatty and tender, seasoned lightly and cooked over open flame. Ser…
3 net5 total2 fibre70 protein70 fat900 kcal
Hígado al Ajillo
Garlic Liver (Beef Liver)
Thin slices of beef liver quickly pan-fried with generous amounts of minced garlic, olive oil, and fresh parsl…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein38 fat600 kcal
Huevos Rellenos
Deviled Eggs (Argentinian Style)
Hard-boiled eggs cut in half, with the yolks mixed with mayonnaise, mustard, and seasonings, then piped back i…
3 net3 total0 fibre25 protein38 fat450 kcal
Lenguado a la Manteca Negra
Sole with Black Butter Sauce
A delicate sole fillet, typically pan-fried, and served with a rich 'beurre noir' or black butter sauce. This …
3 net4 total1 fibre50 protein80 fat900 kcal
Lomo a la Pimienta
Beef Tenderloin with Peppercorn Sauce
A classic Argentinian dish featuring a thick cut of beef tenderloin cooked to perfection, served with a rich, …
3 net4 total1 fibre62 protein84 fat1050 kcal
Morcilla a la Parrilla
Grilled Blood Sausage with Keto Sides
A traditional grilled blood sausage, rich and flavorful, typically served as an appetizer or part of an asado.…
3 net4 total1 fibre18 protein40 fat450 kcal
Provoleta
Grilled Provolone Cheese
A thick, circular slice of provolone cheese, seasoned with oregano and red pepper flakes, grilled or baked in …
3 net3 total0 fibre60 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Centolla Natural
Natural King Crab
Fresh Patagonian king crab, typically served simply boiled or steamed to preserve its natural flavor. Often ac…
0 net0 total0 fibre50 protein15 fat350 kcal
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Cordero a la Estaca (Keto)
Spit-Roasted Whole Lamb (Keto)
A traditional Patagonian method of slow-cooking a whole lamb splayed on a cross ("estaca") over an open fire f…
0 net0 total0 fibre90 protein70 fat1000 kcal
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Cuadril a la Parrilla
Grilled Rump Steak
A lean yet flavorful rump steak, expertly grilled to your preferred doneness and simply seasoned with coarse s…
0 net0 total0 fibre75 protein38 fat650 kcal
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Falda a la Parrilla
Grilled Flank/Short Plate Steak
A flavorful and often tender cut of beef from the plate or flank, known for its rich marbling. It's slow-grill…
0 net0 total0 fibre70 protein58 fat800 kcal
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Tuétano al Horno con Hierbas
Roasted Bone Marrow with Herbs
Beef marrow bones roasted to perfection, yielding a rich, buttery delicacy. Seasoned simply with fresh herbs a…
0 net0 total0 fibre10 protein85 fat800 kcal
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Bacalao al Pil Pil (Keto)
Cod with Pil Pil Sauce (Keto)
A Spanish-Basque dish, sometimes found in Argentinian seafood restaurants, featuring tender salt cod fillets g…
1 net2 total1 fibre40 protein90 fat950 kcal
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Bife de Costilla (T-Bone) a la Parrilla
Grilled T-Bone Steak
A classic bone-in steak, offering both tenderloin and strip steak, grilled to your preference. Served plain or…
1 net2 total1 fibre85 protein70 fat950 kcal
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Consomé de Carne
Beef Consommé
A clear, flavorful beef broth, slowly simmered with marrow bones and aromatics, meticulously strained for puri…
1 net1 total0 fibre15 protein10 fat150 kcal
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Criadillas Fritas
Fried Beef Testicles
A traditional, though less common, Argentinian delicacy made from beef testicles, typically deep-fried until g…
1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein70 fat800 kcal
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Escalopes de Ternera a la Plancha
Pan-Seared Veal Escalopes
Thinly sliced, tender veal cutlets (escalopes) quickly pan-seared or grilled, seasoned simply to highlight the…
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein35 fat555 kcal
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Medallones de Cerdo a la Plancha
Pan-Seared Pork Medallions
Thick-cut medallions of tender pork loin (lomo de cerdo), expertly pan-seared to a beautiful golden crust whil…
1 net1 total0 fibre65 protein40 fat650 kcal
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Medallones de Lomo Envueltos en Panceta
Beef Tenderloin Medallions Wrapped in Bacon
Thick, tender medallions of beef tenderloin (lomo), wrapped in crispy, savory bacon (panceta), then seared or …
1 net1 total0 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
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Pechito de Cerdo con Cuero a la Parrilla
Grilled Pork Belly with Crispy Skin
A popular Argentinian parrilla cut featuring a generous portion of pork belly grilled with its skin on until i…
1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein85 fat950 kcal
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Pechuga de Pavo a la Plancha
Pan-Seared Turkey Breast
A lean and flavorful turkey breast fillet, pan-seared or grilled to tender perfection. Seasoned simply with sa…
1 net1 total0 fibre65 protein28 fat520 kcal
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Picaña a la Parrilla
Grilled Top Sirloin Cap (Picanha)
A popular cut, particularly for grilling, known for its distinct fat cap that renders and bastes the meat, pro…
1 net2 total1 fibre75 protein65 fat880 kcal
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Carpaccio de Lomo con Queso y Rúcula
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio with Cheese and Arugula
Finely sliced raw beef tenderloin, typically drizzled with good olive oil and fresh lemon juice, topped with s…
2 net3 total1 fibre30 protein30 fat400 kcal
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Codornices envueltas en Panceta
Quail Wrapped in Bacon
Whole quails expertly wrapped in savory panceta (bacon) and then roasted or grilled to a succulent finish, wit…
2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein45 fat580 kcal
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Escabeche de Codorniz
Pickled Quail
Quail pieces slowly cooked and then marinated in a tangy escabeche sauce made with olive oil, vinegar, garlic,…
2 net4 total2 fibre40 protein35 fat480 kcal
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Huevo Frito con Panceta
Fried Egg with Bacon
A classic, simple dish featuring one or two fried eggs served alongside generous strips of crispy panceta (bac…
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein42 fat520 kcal
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Lenguado a la Manteca y Limón (Sin Rebozado)
Pan-Seared Sole with Lemon Butter (No Breading)
A delicate sole fillet, pan-seared to perfection in butter with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, specific…
2 net3 total1 fibre35 protein35 fat480 kcal
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Mollejas a la Plancha
Pan-Seared Sweetbreads
Delicate beef sweetbreads (thymus gland), pre-cooked and then pan-seared or griddled until crispy on the outsi…
2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Mondongo a la Provenzal
Tripe Sautéed with Garlic and Parsley
Tender beef tripe (mondongo) sautéed in olive oil with generous amounts of fresh garlic and parsley, finished …
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
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Ñandú a la Estaca con Chimichurri (Keto)
Rhea on a Stake with Chimichurri (Keto)
A unique Patagonian delicacy featuring rhea meat (a lean, red game bird similar to ostrich), slow-roasted whol…
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
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Paletilla de Cordero al Horno
Roasted Lamb Shoulder
A slow-roasted lamb shoulder, cooked until it's exceptionally tender and rich in flavor, seasoned with garlic,…
2 net2 total0 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Pernil de Cerdo Flambeado (Sin Glaseado Dulce)
Flambéed Pork Leg (No Sweet Glaze)
Slices of succulent slow-roasted pork leg, expertly flambéed at the table with a savory alcohol (e.g., brandy)…
2 net2 total0 fibre75 protein55 fat800 kcal
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Riñones al Horno con Panceta
Baked Kidneys with Bacon
Beef kidneys, typically sliced and seasoned, baked until tender and flavorful, often accompanied by crispy bac…
2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
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Sesos Salteados con Manteca y Perejil
Sautéed Brains with Butter and Parsley
Delicate beef or lamb brains gently sautéed in abundant butter until tender and creamy, seasoned simply with f…
2 net2 total0 fibre25 protein60 fat650 kcal
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Tapa de Asado a la Parrilla
Grilled Top Round Cap Steak
A succulent cut of beef, the top round cap (tapa de asado), slow-grilled to perfection, often served with simp…
2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein60 fat800 kcal
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Caldillo de Pescado
Fish Broth
A light and flavorful fish broth, typically made with white fish, herbs, and sometimes a minimal amount of non…
3 net4 total1 fibre25 protein15 fat250 kcal
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Chistorra a la Plancha
Pan-Seared Chistorra Sausage
A flavorful, thinner cured pork sausage, pan-seared until crispy. Often served as an appetizer (tapa), it's na…
3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein55 fat600 kcal
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Ensalada de Huevo, Palta y Jamón
Egg, Avocado, and Ham Salad
A hearty and satisfying salad combining chunks of hard-boiled egg, creamy avocado, and diced cooked ham, typic…
3 net7 total4 fibre30 protein45 fat520 kcal
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Espinaca Salteada con Ajo
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic
Fresh spinach quickly sautéed with garlic in olive oil or butter until tender. A simple yet flavorful and very…
3 net6 total3 fibre5 protein18 fat200 kcal