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Spanish food
324 dishes150 keto as served129 with a photo

Keto friendliness

Spanish cuisine offers many naturally low-carb components but requires diligent selection and modification to avoid common starch and sugar elements.

Top ingredients

Excellent traditional keto ingredients include jamón serrano/ibérico, chorizo, grilled meats, various seafood, olive oil, eggs, Manchego cheese, and non-starchy vegetables like pimientos.

Danger zones

The biggest carb traps are paella (rice), patatas bravas (potatoes), tortilla española (potatoes), croquetas (flour), pan (bread), and most desserts.

Best for

This cuisine works best for keto dieters comfortable with making substitutions, those prioritizing high-fat and moderate-protein options, and those who enjoy seafood and cured meats.

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Drinks you will see at Spanish restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.

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Jamón Ibérico de Bellota
Iberian Acorn-fed Ham
Thinly sliced, intensely flavorful cured ham from Iberian pigs fed on acorns. A quintessential Spanish delicac…
Order as-isHigh Fat
0 net0 total0 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
Lechazo Asado
Roast Suckling Lamb
A prized delicacy from regions like Castilla y León, featuring whole suckling lamb slow-roasted to achieve inc…
Order as-isHigh Fat
0 net0 total0 fibre80 protein75 fat950 kcal
Percebes
Goose Barnacles
A highly prized seafood delicacy from Galicia, typically served simply boiled in salt water. Rich, briny, and …
Order as-isHigh Protein
0 net0 total0 fibre35 protein10 fat250 kcal
Presa Ibérica a la Plancha
Grilled Ibérico Pork Shoulder Cut
A highly valued cut from the Ibérico pig, the 'presa' (shoulder cut) is known for its beautiful marbling and i…
Order as-isHigh Fat
0 net0 total0 fibre60 protein65 fat820 kcal
Torreznos
Crispy Pork Belly Strips
Thick-cut strips of pork belly, slow-cooked and then fried until intensely crispy and puffed, often served as …
Order as-isHigh Fat
0 net0 total0 fibre40 protein80 fat900 kcal
Cochinillo Asado
Roast Suckling Pig
A traditional dish from Castilla y León, featuring a whole suckling pig slow-roasted until the skin is incredi…
Order as-isHigh Fat
1 net1 total0 fibre100 protein80 fat1100 kcal
Dorada a la Sal
Sea Bream Baked in Salt Crust
A whole sea bream baked in a thick crust of coarse sea salt, which steams the fish to perfection, locking in m…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
Gallo a la Plancha
Grilled John Dory
Fresh John Dory (Gallo) fillet, simply grilled 'a la plancha' with olive oil, salt, and sometimes a touch of g…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein20 fat450 kcal
Gambas Cocidas
Boiled Prawns
Simple, fresh prawns boiled in salted water, served chilled or at room temperature, often with a wedge of lemo…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre40 protein8 fat300 kcal
Lubina a la Sal
Whole Sea Bass Baked in Salt Crust
A classic preparation where a whole sea bass is baked within a crust of coarse sea salt, which locks in moistu…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre90 protein37 fat675 kcal
Mero a la Plancha
Grilled Grouper Fillet
A simple yet delicious preparation of fresh grouper fillet, grilled to perfection and typically served with a …
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net2 total1 fibre40 protein38 fat500 kcal
Pescado a la Sal
Whole Fish Baked in Salt Crust
A whole fresh fish (e.g., sea bass, snapper) baked entirely encased in a thick salt crust, which is then crack…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre80 protein40 fat700 kcal
Secreto Ibérico a la Plancha
Grilled Iberian Pork Secreto
A prized, marbled cut from Iberian pork, grilled to perfection and typically served simply seasoned with coars…
Order as-isHigh Fat
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Sepia a la Plancha
Grilled Cuttlefish
Tender cuttlefish, expertly grilled on a flat-top ('a la plancha') with generous olive oil and finely minced g…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net2 total1 fibre45 protein19 fat370 kcal
Alitas de Pollo Fritas
Fried Chicken Wings (Plain)
Crispy fried chicken wings, often seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and sometimes paprika. Cooked without any…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein58 fat750 kcal
Angulas a la Bilbaína
Elvers (Baby Eels) Bilbaina Style
A classic, delicate, and often expensive dish featuring angulas (baby eels) quickly sautéed in olive oil with …
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre35 protein38 fat475 kcal
Atún Mechado
Andalusian Stuffed Tuna (Seared & Sliced)
A traditional Andalusian preparation where a large piece of tuna is larded (or 'stuffed' with strips of bacon/…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein42 fat600 kcal
Boquerones en vinagre
Marinated Anchovies
Fresh anchovy fillets, cured in vinegar until tender and white, then dressed with plenty of olive oil, minced …
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Chipirones a la Plancha
Grilled Baby Squid
Tender baby squid grilled to perfection with olive oil, garlic, and parsley. A classic, simple, and naturally …
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
Chuletas de cordero
Lamb Chops
Succulent lamb chops, typically grilled or pan-fried, seasoned simply with salt and pepper to let the rich fla…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net3 total1 fibre65 protein75 fat950 kcal
Cordero Asado
Roast Lamb
Traditionally a whole leg or shoulder of lamb slow-roasted until tender with garlic, herbs (rosemary, thyme), …
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net3 total1 fibre90 protein70 fat1000 kcal
Espetos de Sardinas
Skewered Sardines
Fresh sardines, typically caught that day, skewered and grilled over an open wood fire (often beachside), seas…
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2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein60 fat750 kcal
Gambas a la Plancha
Grilled Prawns
Large, succulent prawns, often head-on, quickly grilled on a hot griddle with olive oil, a hint of garlic (opt…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein30 fat500 kcal
Langosta a la Plancha
Grilled Lobster
A whole fresh lobster grilled to perfection, typically served simply with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil,…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre75 protein45 fat650 kcal
Navajas a la Plancha
Grilled Razor Clams
Long, delicate razor clams quickly grilled with a drizzle of olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh parsley. A si…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein15 fat250 kcal
Berberechos al Vapor
Steamed Cockles
Small, tender cockles steamed open with white wine, garlic, and parsley, allowing their distinct briny flavor …
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein12 fat280 kcal
Chorizo al Inferno
Flaming Chorizo
A spectacular and delicious tapa where fresh, thick-cut chorizo sausage is flambéed right at the table in a sp…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein50 fat600 kcal
Codornices en Escabeche
Pickled Quail
Whole quail, meticulously cooked and then marinated in a vibrant, tangy escabeche (pickle) sauce. This cold di…
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein45 fat650 kcal
Cogollos de Tudela con Anchoas
Little Gem Lettuce Hearts with Anchovies
Crisp hearts of Romaine lettuce (or similar mini-gem lettuce, 'cogollos') typically dressed simply with extra …
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
3 net6 total3 fibre18 protein25 fat300 kcal
Conejo al Ajillo
Garlic Rabbit
Tender pieces of rabbit, browned and then slow-cooked in a generous amount of olive oil with abundant garlic, …
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre55 protein65 fat900 kcal
Higaditos de Pollo al Ajillo
Chicken Livers with Garlic
Pan-fried chicken livers sautéed with generous amounts of garlic and olive oil, often with a hint of dry sherr…
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
Mollejas de Ternera a la Plancha
Grilled Veal Sweetbreads
Delicate and rich veal sweetbreads, often pan-fried or grilled to a crispy exterior and creamy interior. A gou…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein60 fat720 kcal
Bacalao al Pil-Pil
Cod in Pil-Pil Sauce
A classic Basque dish featuring pieces of desalted cod confited slowly in abundant olive oil with garlic and g…
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein85 fat900 kcal
Calamares a la plancha
Grilled Squid
Fresh squid, often whole or cut into rings, simply grilled 'a la plancha' (on a flat-top griddle) with olive o…
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
Gambas al Ajillo con Gulas
Shrimp and Baby Eel Surrogates with Garlic
Succulent shrimp and 'gulas' (imitation baby eels made from surimi, generally low-carb and common in Spain) si…
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4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein50 fat650 kcal
Merluza en Salsa Verde
Hake in Green Sauce
Fresh hake fillets gently cooked in a vibrant green sauce made with olive oil, copious garlic, fresh parsley, …
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
Revuelto de Espárragos Trigueros
Scrambled Eggs with Wild Asparagus
A simple and satisfying dish of lightly scrambled eggs mixed with tender, sautéed wild asparagus, often with a…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
4 net7 total3 fibre20 protein28 fat350 kcal
Revuelto de Gambas y Ajetes
Scrambled Eggs with Shrimp and Green Garlic
A flavorful Spanish-style scramble featuring eggs, succulent shrimp, and tender green garlic shoots (ajetes ti…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
4 net6 total2 fibre35 protein32 fat450 kcal
Tabla de Quesos y Embutidos
Cheese and Cured Meats Platter
A platter featuring a selection of Spanish cheeses (e.g., Manchego, Cabrales) and traditional cured meats (e.g…
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4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
Vieiras a la Plancha
Grilled Scallops
Succulent fresh scallops seared on a hot griddle, often presented simply with a light seasoning, a drizzle of …
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net4 total0 fibre48 protein38 fat520 kcal
Almejas al Ajillo
Clams with Garlic
Fresh clams sautéed quickly in olive oil with plenty of garlic, a splash of white wine, and parsley. A very fl…
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5 net6 total1 fibre30 protein30 fat440 kcal
Chistorra a la Plancha
Grilled Chistorra Sausage
A thin, fast-cured sausage from Navarre, similar to chorizo but often lighter in color and typically fried or …
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net5 total0 fibre30 protein60 fat700 kcal
Espárragos a la Plancha
Grilled Asparagus
Fresh green asparagus spears grilled until tender-crisp, simply seasoned with olive oil and sea salt.…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net10 total5 fibre6 protein35 fat400 kcal
Espárragos Blancos con Mayonesa
White Asparagus with Mayonnaise
Thick, tender white asparagus spears (often from a can or jar, a common Spanish delicacy) served chilled with …
Order as-isLow Carb Side
5 net10 total5 fibre8 protein45 fat420 kcal
Pechuga de Pollo a la Plancha con Guarnición Keto
Grilled Chicken Breast with Keto Sides
A staple dish featuring a generously sized grilled chicken breast, simply seasoned. Served with a selection of…
Order as-isHigh Protein
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein35 fat600 kcal
Pinchos Morunos
Moorish Skewers
Flavorful marinated cubes of pork or chicken, threaded onto skewers and grilled, often with a smoky, spicy pro…
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5 net6 total1 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
Zamburiñas a la Gallega
Galician Scallops (in Shell)
Smaller, tender scallops (zamburiñas) from Galicia, typically cooked and served in their shells. They are usua…
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5 net5 total0 fibre35 protein35 fat480 kcal
Caracoles a la Madrileña
Madrid-Style Snails
Snails cooked in a rich, savory, and often spicy broth with garlic, onion, chorizo, various herbs (e.g., bay l…
Order as-isHigh Fat
6 net8 total2 fibre25 protein45 fat550 kcal
Champiñones al Ajillo
Garlic Mushrooms
Sautéed fresh mushrooms cooked in olive oil with plenty of garlic, often with a hint of chili and fresh parsle…
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6 net8 total2 fibre6 protein28 fat280 kcal
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic Shrimp
Shrimp sizzling in copious olive oil with plenty of sliced garlic and a touch of chili. A quintessential Spani…
Order as-isHigh Fat
6 net7 total1 fibre40 protein75 fat850 kcal
Mejillones al Vapor
Steamed Mussels
Fresh mussels steamed in white wine, garlic, olive oil, and parsley. A light and flavorful dish, naturally low…
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6 net7 total1 fibre35 protein25 fat420 kcal
Almejas a la Marinera
Clams in Marinara Sauce
Fresh clams, steamed open in a flavorful, aromatic sauce made with white wine, abundant garlic, rich olive oil…
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7 net8 total1 fibre30 protein28 fat500 kcal
Ensalada de Aguacate y Tomate
Avocado and Tomato Salad
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring ripe avocado slices, juicy, fresh tomatoes, and often thinly sliced r…
Order as-isHigh Fat
8 net18 total10 fibre6 protein50 fat480 kcal
Ensalada de Pimientos Asados
Roasted Red Pepper Salad
A simple and vibrant salad of sweet, smoky roasted red bell peppers, often dressed generously with extra virgi…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
8 net12 total4 fibre3 protein35 fat350 kcal
Ensalada de Tomate y Ventresca
Tomato and Tuna Belly Salad
A simple yet exquisite salad featuring ripe, flavorful tomatoes sliced and generously topped with luxurious ve…
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8 net12 total4 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
Revuelto de Setas y Gambas
Scrambled Eggs with Mushrooms and Shrimp
A rustic Spanish scrambled egg dish made with eggs, savory wild mushrooms (or common champiñones), and succule…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
8 net10 total2 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
Setas a la Plancha
Grilled Mushrooms
A selection of seasonal mushrooms, typically grilled or sautéed in olive oil with garlic and parsley.…
Order as-isHigh Fat
8 net12 total4 fibre10 protein45 fat500 kcal
Alcachofas a la Brasa
Grilled Artichokes
Fresh, whole artichokes trimmed and grilled over coals or on a hot griddle until tender and infused with a smo…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
9 net18 total9 fibre5 protein15 fat200 kcal
Morcilla de Burgos a la Plancha
Grilled Burgos Blood Sausage
A distinctive Spanish blood sausage from Burgos, made with pork blood, onions, lard, and spices, with a small …
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9 net10 total1 fibre15 protein40 fat450 kcal
Pimientos de Padrón
Padrón Peppers
Small green peppers from Galicia, pan-fried in abundant olive oil and sprinkled with coarse sea salt. Some are…
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10 net15 total5 fibre5 protein50 fat450 kcal