Portuguese keto guide
Navigable
981 dishes105 keto as served69 with a photo
Keto friendliness
Portuguese cuisine can be adapted for keto, but requires consistent vigilance to avoid ubiquitous high-carb sides.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include grilled fish, various meats, seafood, eggs, olive oil, and some fresh cheeses.
Danger zones
The primary carb traps are the ever-present potatoes, rice, and bread, along with bean-filled stews and sugary pastries.
Best for
This cuisine works best for keto dieters confident in ordering specific protein-focused dishes and clearly requesting no starchy accompaniments.
347 matching dishes · page 1 of 6
Leitão Assado (Sem Batatas)
Roast Suckling Pig (No Potatoes)
Whole roast suckling pig, renowned for its incredibly crispy skin and tender, succulent meat. Often seasoned s…
1 net1 total0 fibre100 protein85 fat1200 kcal
Bacalhau Grelhado
Grilled Codfish
A classic and widely loved Portuguese dish featuring a substantial piece of salted codfish (bacalhau), expertl…
2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein45 fat700 kcal
Espetada (Carne de Vaca)
Madeiran Skewered Beef with Keto Sides
A traditional Madeiran dish featuring large, succulent chunks of beef (often sirloin or rump) seasoned with ga…
2 net4 total2 fibre68 protein65 fat850 kcal
Febras Grelhadas (Sem Arroz/Batatas)
Grilled Pork Steaks (No Rice/Potatoes)
Thinly sliced pork loin or tenderloin steaks, simply seasoned and grilled until tender. A common, straightforw…
2 net3 total1 fibre80 protein40 fat700 kcal
Leitão Assado da Bairrada
Roasted Suckling Pig Bairrada Style (No Carbs)
A celebrated Portuguese delicacy, featuring a whole suckling pig roasted slowly to achieve incredibly tender m…
2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein70 fat900 kcal
Bifana no Prato (Pork Steak with Keto Sides)
Marinated Pork Steak with Garlic and Keto Sides
Thinly sliced, tender pork steak marinated in garlic, white wine, and sometimes paprika, then quickly pan-frie…
3 net5 total2 fibre65 protein40 fat680 kcal
Bifana (sem pão)
Marinated Pork Cutlet (Bifana) without Bun
Thinly sliced pork cutlets marinated in white wine, garlic, and spices (such as paprika and bay leaf), then qu…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Costeletas de Borrego Grelhadas
Grilled Lamb Chops (with Garlic and Herbs)
Tender lamb chops, often seasoned simply with garlic, salt, and herbs, then grilled. A naturally keto-friendly…
3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Costeletas de Borrego Grelhadas com Legumes Keto
Grilled Lamb Chops with Keto Sides (No Fries/Rice)
Succulent lamb chops, simply seasoned with garlic and rosemary, and grilled to perfection. This dish highlight…
3 net4 total1 fibre80 protein85 fat1100 kcal
Espetada de Vaca Grelhada
Grilled Beef Skewers (Madeiran Style)
Large chunks of beef (often sirloin or tenderloin) seasoned with garlic, bay leaf, and salt, then skewered on …
3 net4 total1 fibre75 protein48 fat750 kcal
Gambas ao Alho
Garlic Prawns
A popular appetizer featuring succulent prawns quickly sautéed in abundant olive oil with copious amounts of s…
3 net4 total1 fibre35 protein35 fat450 kcal
Leitão Assado
Roasted Suckling Pig with Keto Sides
A culinary centerpiece, a whole suckling pig slow-roasted to achieve incredibly crispy, golden-brown skin and …
3 net4 total1 fibre68 protein80 fat1000 kcal
Leitão Assado (Sem Laranja/Batatas)
Roast Suckling Pig with Omitted Carbs
A Portuguese delicacy featuring a whole suckling pig, slow-roasted to achieve famously crispy, golden skin and…
3 net3 total0 fibre90 protein90 fat1200 kcal
Lulas Grelhadas
Grilled Squid (with Garlic and Herbs)
Fresh squid, often whole or in rings, marinated simply with garlic, olive oil, and herbs, then grilled until t…
3 net4 total1 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
Polvo à Lagareiro
Roasted Octopus with Olive Oil and Keto Greens
Tender octopus, first boiled to perfection, then roasted until its tentacles are slightly crispy, drenched in …
3 net6 total3 fibre55 protein65 fat775 kcal
Bife à Portuguesa (Sem Batatas Fritas, com Espargos)
Portuguese Steak (No Fries, with Asparagus)
A pan-fried beef steak, usually sirloin or rump, often topped with a slice of cured ham, a fried egg, and a ri…
4 net6 total2 fibre95 protein65 fat950 kcal
Bitoque (Bife com Ovo e Acompanhamentos Ceto)
Steak with Fried Egg and Keto Sides
A popular Portuguese dish consisting of a pan-fried thin steak, topped with a fried egg, and often served with…
4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein55 fat780 kcal
Febras Grelhadas
Grilled Pork Steaks with Green Salad
Thinly sliced pork steaks, marinated simply with garlic, salt, and pepper, then grilled to perfection. Traditi…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
Polvo à Lagareiro (Keto)
Roast Octopus with Garlic and Olive Oil (Potato-Free)
Tender boiled octopus, then roasted in the oven with generous amounts of olive oil, crushed garlic cloves, and…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
Bacalhau Grelhado com Couve Cozida
Grilled Cod with Boiled Cabbage and Olive Oil
A thick, flaky portion of desalted codfish, grilled until tender and moist, with a slightly charred exterior. …
5 net10 total5 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Caldo Verde (Ceto, Sem Batata)
Keto Green Broth Soup (No Potato)
A rustic and hearty soup made with finely shredded collard greens and slices of chouriço sausage. The traditio…
5 net8 total3 fibre20 protein38 fat450 kcal
Dourada Grelhada
Grilled Sea Bream with Steamed Vegetables
A whole sea bream (dourada), seasoned with sea salt and grilled until the skin is crispy and the flesh is mois…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein45 fat680 kcal
Espetada (com acompanhamentos keto)
Madeiran Beef Skewers (Espetada) with Keto Sides
Large chunks of beef (often sirloin or tenderloin) seasoned with coarse salt and garlic, traditionally skewere…
5 net8 total3 fibre80 protein75 fat950 kcal
Espetada de Carne de Vaca
Madeiran Beef Skewers with Green Salad
A traditional Madeiran dish featuring large, tender chunks of beef (often sirloin or tenderloin) seasoned simp…
5 net7 total2 fibre78 protein52 fat780 kcal
Espetada (Madeira Beef Skewers)
Madeiran Grilled Beef Skewers with Keto Sides
Large chunks of succulent beef, often seasoned with garlic and bay leaf, grilled on a skewer, typically made f…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
Polvo à Lagareiro com Brócolos e Azeite
Roasted Octopus with Garlic, Olive Oil, and Broccoli
Succulent octopus, typically boiled until tender then roasted until slightly crispy, generously doused in high…
5 net10 total5 fibre55 protein65 fat780 kcal
Polvo à Lagareiro (Sem Batatas, com Legumes Verdes)
Octopus Lagareiro Style (No Potatoes, with Green Vegetables)
Roasted whole octopus, tenderized, then baked with abundant olive oil, garlic, and traditionally served with '…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
Sardinhas Assadas
Grilled Sardines with Roasted Peppers
Fresh, whole sardines simply seasoned with coarse sea salt and grilled over hot charcoal until the skin is per…
5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein55 fat675 kcal
Sardinhas Assadas com Salada Verde
Grilled Sardines with Green Salad
A quintessential Portuguese summer dish: fresh whole sardines, seasoned generously with coarse sea salt and gr…
5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Torresmos
Crispy Pork Belly Bits
Deep-fried crispy pork belly bits or rinds, often served as a snack or appetizer in Portugal. This dish is pur…
0 net0 total0 fibre40 protein70 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Bacalhau Grelhado com Grelos
Grilled Codfish with Olive Oil and Sautéed Greens
A substantial cut of salted codfish, grilled to perfection and served simply with a generous drizzle of olive …
1 net3 total2 fibre55 protein30 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Bife Grelhado com Ovo e Presunto (Keto)
Grilled Steak with Egg and Cured Ham (No Fries, Keto Sauce Option)
A robust grilled beef steak topped with a fried egg and slices of savory cured ham (presunto). This dish is tr…
1 net1 total0 fibre101 protein74 fat1080 kcal
KAsoon
Costeletas de Borrego Grelhadas (Lamb Chops, No Carbs)
Grilled Lamb Chops with Garlic and Herbs (Keto)
Succulent lamb chops, typically grilled or pan-fried to perfection, often simply seasoned with salt, pepper, a…
1 net1 total0 fibre90 protein103 fat1290 kcal
KAsoon
Espetada de Vaca (Beef Skewers, No Corn/Bread)
Madeiran Grilled Beef Skewers (Keto)
Large chunks of succulent beef, seasoned with garlic, coarse salt, and bay leaf, grilled on a skewer. Often se…
1 net1 total0 fibre90 protein92 fat1200 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Açorda-style Shrimp (without Bread)
Keto Shrimp 'Stew' with Coriander and Garlic
A keto-adapted dish inspired by the flavors of traditional Açorda, focusing on plump shrimp cooked in a rich, …
1 net2 total1 fibre46 protein77 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Pargo no Forno
Baked Red Snapper with Herbs and Olive Oil
A whole red snapper, baked in the oven with a rich combination of olive oil, garlic, aromatic herbs (such as b…
1 net2 total1 fibre60 protein55 fat775 kcal
KAsoon
Porco Preto Grelhado
Grilled Iberian Black Pork (No Fries or Rice)
Premium cuts (e.g., pluma, secretos, lagartos) of Iberian black pork, known for its exceptional marbling and r…
1 net2 total1 fibre60 protein80 fat980 kcal
KAsoon
Raia Grelhada
Grilled Skate with Keto Sides
Fresh skate wing, simply grilled and drizzled with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. A lean, delicate white …
1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein25 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
Rodovalho Grelhado
Grilled Turbot with Keto Sides
A luxurious and highly prized flatfish, turbot (rodovalho) is expertly grilled, often whole or as large steaks…
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Sardinhas Assadas (Grilled Sardines)
Grilled Sardines (No Sides)
Fresh sardines, seasoned simply with coarse sea salt and grilled over charcoal until perfectly charred and jui…
1 net2 total1 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Sável Frito (Keto, sem Panar)
Fried Shad (Keto, Breading-Free)
Fresh shad fillets or steaks pan-fried until crispy, seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Prepared without an…
1 net1 total0 fibre70 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Tamboril Assado com Azeite e Alho
Roasted Monkfish with Olive Oil and Garlic
A whole or large piece of monkfish (tamboril), known for its firm, meaty texture, roasted simply with generous…
1 net2 total1 fibre70 protein40 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Assado de Leitão (Roast Suckling Pig)
Traditional Portuguese Roast Suckling Pig (Keto)
A celebratory dish featuring whole suckling pig roasted until the skin is incredibly crispy and the meat is te…
2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein80 fat1000 kcal
KAsoon
Espetada de Novilho (Sem Bolo do Caco)
Madeiran Beef Skewer (Without Bread)
Tender cubes of beef, often seasoned simply with garlic and bay leaf, skewered and grilled over an open flame.…
2 net3 total1 fibre75 protein40 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Espetadas de Camarão (Sem Acompanhamentos de Carbohidratos)
Grilled Shrimp Skewers (Keto)
Large, succulent shrimp grilled on skewers, often marinated in a simple blend of garlic, olive oil, and lemon.…
2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein45 fat660 kcal
KAsoon
Febras de Vitela Grelhadas com Manteiga de Ervas (sem batatas)
Grilled Veal Steaks with Herb Butter (Potato-Free)
Tender slices of veal, simply grilled to perfection and topped with a melting herb butter (often garlic and pa…
2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Frango Piri-Piri (sem Batatas Fritas)
Piri-Piri Grilled Chicken (without Fries)
Succulent grilled chicken, often butterflied, marinated and basted with a spicy Piri-Piri (African Bird's Eye …
2 net3 total1 fibre80 protein100 fat1260 kcal
KAsoon
Iscas de Bacalhau Salteadas com Azeite e Alho
Sautéed Cod Liver with Olive Oil and Garlic
A delicate and highly nutritious dish featuring fresh cod liver, gently sautéed in ample olive oil with fragra…
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein65 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Leitão Assado (com Pele Crocante)
Roasted Suckling Pig (with Crispy Skin)
A classic festive dish, whole suckling pig slow-roasted to achieve incredibly tender meat and crispy skin. Nat…
2 net2 total0 fibre75 protein78 fat1000 kcal
KAsoon
Leitão Assado (Roasted Suckling Pig with Crispy Skin)
Traditional Roasted Suckling Pig with Crispy Skin (No Carb Sides)
A Portuguese delicacy, roasted suckling pig is prized for its incredibly tender meat and crackling, crispy ski…
2 net2 total0 fibre80 protein100 fat1200 kcal
KAsoon
Leitão Assado (Versão Keto)
Roast Suckling Pig with Braised Greens
A celebrated dish of succulent roast suckling pig, known for its incredibly crispy, crackling skin and tender,…
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein65 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Ovas de Pescada Cozidas com Azeite e Vinagre
Boiled Hake Roe with Olive Oil and Vinegar
Gently boiled hake roe, sliced and dressed simply with quality extra virgin olive oil, a splash of vinegar, an…
2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Ovas de Sardinha com Azeite e Vinagre
Sardine Roe with Olive Oil and Vinegar
A simple yet flavorful appetizer or light dish consisting of cooked sardine roe, dressed generously with extra…
2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Pargo Assado no Forno com Azeite e Alho
Baked Sea Bream with Olive Oil and Garlic and Keto Sides
Whole sea bream (pargo) baked in the oven with generous amounts of olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs, resulti…
2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Percebes Cozidos
Cooked Goose Barnacles
A unique and highly prized seafood delicacy from the Portuguese coast. Fresh goose barnacles are simply cooked…
2 net2 total0 fibre25 protein2 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
Perdiz na Brasa
Grilled Partridge with Keto Sides
Partridge marinated simply with olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then grilled over embers to achieve a smoky, ten…
2 net2 total0 fibre48 protein32 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Petingas Grelhadas
Grilled Small Sardines with Green Salad
Fresh small sardines ('petingas'), seasoned simply with salt and grilled until crispy. These tiny fish are pac…
2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Pézinhos de Coentrada
Pork Trotters with Cilantro
Slow-cooked pork trotters, traditionally served cold as an appetizer or light meal. The trotters are braised u…
2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein55 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Picanha Grelhada (com acompanhamento keto)
Grilled Top Sirloin with Keto Sides
Succulent slices of top sirloin cap, known as Picanha, grilled to perfection, usually with its distinctive fat…
2 net3 total1 fibre80 protein55 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Posta à Mirandesa (com acompanhamento keto)
Grilled Mirandesa Steak with Keto Sides
A very thick, large grilled steak (often from Maronesa or Arouquesa cattle), typically seasoned only with coar…
2 net3 total1 fibre90 protein65 fat950 kcal