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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Ensalada de Huevo y Atún
Egg and Tuna Salad
A simple and satisfying cold salad made with flaky canned tuna (often packed in oil), crumbled hard-boiled egg…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein60 fat700 kcal
Espárragos con Salsa Holandesa
Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce
Fresh asparagus spears, typically steamed or grilled until crisp-tender, served generously with a rich and cre…
4 net6 total2 fibre6 protein32 fat350 kcal
Gambas al Ajillo
Garlic Shrimp
Fresh shrimp quickly sautéed in sizzling olive oil with a generous amount of garlic, a hint of chili, and ofte…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
Higaditos de Pollo a la Provenzal
Chicken Livers with Garlic and Parsley
A rustic and savory dish of pan-fried chicken livers sautéed generously with garlic and fresh parsley, typical…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein55 fat700 kcal
Lechón Asado
Roasted Suckling Pig
Whole suckling pig slow-roasted to achieve exceptionally crispy skin and incredibly tender, succulent meat. Tr…
4 net5 total1 fibre120 protein140 fat1300 kcal
Lengua al Escabeche
Pickled Beef Tongue
A traditional cold appetizer or 'picada' item, consisting of thinly sliced beef tongue that has been slow-cook…
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein66 fat720 kcal
Longaniza a la Parrilla
Grilled Argentinian Sausage with Keto Sides
A flavorful, often spicier, pork sausage grilled to perfection. Similar to chorizo but with a distinct flavor …
4 net5 total1 fibre25 protein50 fat600 kcal
Palta Rellena (con Atún o Pollo)
Stuffed Avocado (with Tuna or Chicken Salad)
A halved, ripe avocado generously filled with a creamy salad made from flaked tuna or shredded chicken, typica…
4 net12 total8 fibre25 protein48 fat550 kcal
Pato Confitado
Confit Duck Leg
A classic preparation of duck leg, slowly cooked in its own rendered fat until the meat is incredibly tender a…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein95 fat1100 kcal
Salpicón de Pollo (Keto)
Keto Chicken Salad (without Carbs)
A refreshing cold salad featuring shredded or diced cooked chicken, mixed with mayonnaise and a variety of veg…
5 net6 total1 fibre52 protein72 fat910 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Jamón Crudo con Queso y Olivas
Prosciutto with Cheese and Olives
A classic Argentinian appetizer featuring thin slices of cured prosciutto, typically served with cubes or slic…
3 net5 total2 fibre45 protein55 fat650 kcal
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Panceta con Queso Fundido
Bacon with Melted Cheese
Crispy strips of thick-cut bacon served alongside or topped with a generous portion of melted semi-hard cheese…
3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein60 fat700 kcal
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Paté de Hígado de Ave (Sin Tostadas)
Chicken Liver Paté (No Toast)
A luxurious, smooth, and rich chicken liver paté made with generous amounts of butter, heavy cream, and a hint…
3 net4 total1 fibre20 protein45 fat500 kcal
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Pechito de Cerdo al Horno
Oven-Roasted Pork Belly Ribs
A generous cut of pork belly with ribs, slow-roasted in the oven until tender with a crispy exterior. Typicall…
3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein90 fat1100 kcal
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Pechito de Cerdo al Limón y Romero
Pork Belly/Ribs with Lemon and Rosemary
Slow-cooked or grilled pork belly/ribs (pechito de cerdo) infused with the bright flavors of fresh lemon, frag…
3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein120 fat1268 kcal
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Queso de Cabra al Horno con Hierbas
Baked Goat Cheese with Herbs
Creamy goat cheese baked until warm and slightly melty, generously seasoned with a blend of fresh herbs and a …
3 net4 total1 fibre30 protein40 fat500 kcal
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Revuelto de Sesos con Verdeo
Scrambled Brains with Spring Onions
A traditional and rich Argentinian offal dish featuring beef or lamb brains, quickly sautéed or 'scrambled' wi…
3 net4 total1 fibre35 protein65 fat750 kcal
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Chinchulines Rellenos Keto
Keto Stuffed Small Intestines
A unique and traditional Argentinian offal dish, featuring beef small intestines (chinchulines) generously stu…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein75 fat850 kcal
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Costillas de Cordero a la Provenzal (sin acompañamiento de carbohidratos)
Lamb Chops Provençal (without carb sides)
Flavorful lamb chops, grilled or pan-seared, infused with the fresh and aromatic flavors of Provençal herbs, g…
4 net6 total2 fibre65 protein70 fat850 kcal
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Ensalada de Roquefort y Nueces
Roquefort and Walnut Salad
A simple yet rich salad featuring pungent Roquefort cheese crumbles (or a similar blue cheese) and crunchy wal…
4 net7 total3 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
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Escabeche de Cerdo
Pork Escabeche
Cold, marinated slices of tender pork, slow-cooked in a tangy and aromatic vinaigrette of olive oil, white win…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
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Garrón de Cerdo Braseado con Reducción Keto
Braised Pork Hock with Keto Reduction
Slow-braised pork hock cooked until the meat is incredibly tender and falling off the bone, served in its own …
4 net6 total2 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
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Huevos al Plato con Jamón y Queso
Baked Eggs with Ham and Cheese
Eggs baked in a small individual dish ('al plato') with chunks of cured ham and generous melted cheese, often …
4 net4 total0 fibre30 protein40 fat500 kcal
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Mollejas a la Provenzal
Sweetbreads Provençal (Garlic and Parsley Sweetbreads)
Pan-fried or grilled sweetbreads (thymus gland, often from veal or beef) prepared with a generous amount of ga…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Morcilla con Huevo Frito
Blood Sausage with Fried Egg
A rustic and flavorful combination featuring a grilled morcilla (Argentinian blood sausage) served alongside a…
4 net4 total0 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Plato de Salame Casero y Queso Sardo
Homemade Cured Sausage and Sardo Cheese Platter
A traditional Argentinian appetizer featuring slices of artisanal homemade cured pork sausage (salame casero) …
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Queso de Campo a la Plancha
Grilled Fresh Cheese
Slices of traditional Argentinian fresh farmer's cheese (queso de campo or queso fresco), grilled until soft, …
4 net4 total0 fibre35 protein40 fat500 kcal
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Riñones al Ajillo
Garlic Kidneys
Pan-fried beef kidneys intensely flavored with generous amounts of fresh garlic, parsley, and olive oil, often…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Salchichas Parrilleras con Mostaza de Dijon
Grilled Pork Sausages with Dijon Mustard
Juicy Argentinian pork sausages (salchichas parrilleras), grilled to perfection, typically served simply with …
4 net4 total0 fibre31 protein71 fat775 kcal
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Costillas de Cerdo con Chucrut
Pork Ribs with Sauerkraut
Tender pork ribs (often slow-cooked or roasted) served with a generous portion of tangy, fermented sauerkraut.…
5 net10 total5 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Gírgolas Salteadas con Panceta y Hierbas
Oyster Mushrooms Sautéed with Bacon and Herbs
Fresh oyster mushrooms (gírgolas) quickly sautéed with crispy panceta (bacon), fragrant garlic, and a medley o…
5 net8 total3 fibre15 protein40 fat450 kcal
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Matambre al Roquefort
Flank Steak with Roquefort Sauce (Keto)
A thin cut of flank steak (matambre), traditionally grilled or pan-fried, served generously topped with a rich…
5 net5 total0 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
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Panceta Rellena Keto
Stuffed Pork Belly (Keto)
A flavorful and rich dish made from a deboned slab of pork belly, rolled and stuffed with a savory keto-friend…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein90 fat1100 kcal
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Tripa Gorda Rellena Keto
Keto Stuffed Large Beef Intestine
A rustic and flavorful offal dish where large beef intestine is meticulously cleaned, then stuffed with a savo…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein80 fat1000 kcal