Uruguayan keto guide
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Hígado a la Inglesa
English Style Liver with Bacon and Onions
Thin slices of beef or veal liver, pan-fried, often accompanied by crispy bacon and sautéed onions. While trad…
6 net9 total3 fibre60 protein45 fat700 kcal
Medallón de Lomo a la Plancha con Salsa Keto y Vegetales
Grilled Beef Tenderloin Medallions with Keto Sauce and Vegetables
Tender medallions of beef tenderloin, grilled to perfection, served with a rich, keto-friendly cream-based sau…
6 net10 total4 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Pamplona de Cerdo (Keto Modificada)
Keto Stuffed Pork Loin
A Uruguayan specialty featuring a butterflied pork loin filled with a savory combination of ham, cheese (often…
6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
Parrillada de Mariscos (Keto Modificado)
Keto Grilled Seafood Platter
A delightful assortment of fresh seafood, expertly grilled over an open flame or plancha. This platter typical…
6 net8 total2 fibre80 protein60 fat920 kcal
Pechuga de Pollo Rellena Keto
Stuffed Chicken Breast (Keto Friendly)
A succulent chicken breast butterflied and stuffed with a savory mixture typically including ham, cheese (like…
6 net8 total2 fibre65 protein48 fat700 kcal
Pescado al Horno con Vegetales Keto
Baked Fish with Keto Vegetables
A whole fish or fillet (e.g., hake, sea bass) baked with olive oil, fresh herbs, and lemon, accompanied by a g…
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Pescado en Salsa Verde
Fish in Green Sauce (with keto sides)
A delicate white fish (such as hake or merluza) gently cooked in a vibrant green sauce made primarily from oli…
6 net8 total2 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
Picada (Tabla de Fiambres y Quesos)
Uruguayan Cold Cuts and Cheese Board
An assortment of cured meats (salami, jamón crudo, longaniza), various local cheeses (provolone, dambo, mozzar…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
Pollo al Ajillo
Garlic Chicken (without potatoes)
Pan-fried or stewed chicken pieces (often bone-in, skin-on) cooked in abundant olive oil with generous amounts…
6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Revuelto de Hongos con Queso (Keto)
Mushroom and Cheese Scramble (Keto)
A hearty scramble made with assorted fresh mushrooms, eggs, a touch of heavy cream, and savory cheese (such as…
6 net9 total3 fibre35 protein45 fat580 kcal
Salpicón de Ave (Keto Modificado)
Chicken Salad (Keto Modified)
A refreshing cold salad featuring shredded or diced cooked chicken, mixed with mayonnaise and a selection of k…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
Tortilla de Verduras (sin Papa)
Vegetable Omelet (without Potato)
A thick, savory omelet or frittata made with eggs and various vegetables, traditionally including potatoes. Mo…
6 net10 total4 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
Champiñones al Ajillo
Garlic Mushrooms
Fresh mushrooms sautéed in a generous amount of olive oil with thinly sliced garlic and a hint of chili, often…
7 net10 total3 fibre8 protein35 fat380 kcal
Chivito al Plato
Chivito Platter (Steak Platter)
The national sandwich of Uruguay, served as a platter without the bun. It features a thin, grilled beef tender…
7 net10 total3 fibre100 protein75 fat1100 kcal
Codillo de Cerdo Estofado
Braised Pork Hock (with keto sides)
A flavorful and tender pork hock (knuckle) slow-cooked until falling off the bone, often braised with vegetabl…
7 net10 total3 fibre70 protein70 fat900 kcal
Conejo a la Cacerola (Estofado Keto)
Rabbit Stew (Keto)
Tender rabbit pieces slow-cooked in a rich, savory broth with keto-friendly vegetables and herbs. Modified to …
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein40 fat620 kcal
Ensalada Rusa Keto (con Coliflor)
Keto Russian Salad with Cauliflower
A creamy, savory salad reimagined for keto, replacing traditional potatoes with cooked cauliflower florets. It…
7 net12 total5 fibre15 protein40 fat450 kcal
Escabeche de Pollo (Keto Modificado)
Pickled Chicken (Keto Modified, minimal Carrots)
Tender pieces of chicken, typically boneless and skinless, marinated and gently cooked in a flavorful 'escabec…
7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein28 fat450 kcal
Lomo a la Pimienta
Pepper Steak
A tender beef tenderloin steak (lomo) served with a rich, creamy sauce generously flavored with crushed black …
7 net8 total1 fibre75 protein80 fat1050 kcal
Matambre de Cerdo a la Leche
Pork Flank Slow-Cooked in Milk
A classic Uruguayan dish of pork flank slow-cooked until meltingly tender in whole milk, often with bay leaves…
7 net8 total1 fibre75 protein75 fat950 kcal
Pascualina (Tarta de Acelga sin Masa)
Crustless Spinach and Egg Pie
A traditional Uruguayan savory pie filling, typically made with spinach (or chard), ricotta cheese, eggs, and …
7 net10 total3 fibre28 protein40 fat520 kcal
Pescado a la Vasca con Guarnición Keto
Basque Style Fish with Keto Sides (No Potatoes)
A pan-seared or baked white fish fillet (e.g., hake or cod) prepared in a flavorful Basque-style sauce featuri…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein38 fat600 kcal
Relleno de Empanada Uruguaya (sin Masa)
Uruguayan Empanada Filling (without Dough)
The rich and savory filling of a traditional Uruguayan empanada, served as a standalone dish without the pastr…
7 net10 total3 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Riñones al Vino Blanco con Hierbas
Kidneys in White Wine Sauce with Herbs
Pan-seared beef or lamb kidneys quickly cooked in a vibrant white wine and herb sauce, often with garlic and a…
7 net8 total1 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
Tomates Rellenos (Keto con Relleno de Atún o Pollo)
Stuffed Tomatoes (Keto with Tuna or Chicken Salad Filling)
Hollowed-out large tomatoes, traditionally stuffed with rice, but easily modified for keto with a rich and sav…
7 net10 total3 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
Alcauciles Rellenos (Relleno Keto de Carne y Queso)
Stuffed Artichokes (Keto Meat and Cheese Filling)
Artichoke hearts (or sometimes whole artichokes) gently steamed and then generously stuffed. For a keto versio…
8 net15 total7 fibre35 protein38 fat500 kcal
Carré de Cerdo a la Mostaza
Pork Loin with Mustard Sauce
Succulent pan-seared or baked pork loin chops served with a rich, creamy mustard sauce, offering a tangy and s…
8 net10 total2 fibre60 protein55 fat780 kcal
Colita de Cuadril Rellena (Keto Modificada)
Stuffed Rump Cap (Keto Filling)
A popular Uruguayan dish featuring a 'colita de cuadril' (rump cap) butterflied and generously filled with a s…
8 net12 total4 fibre95 protein70 fat1050 kcal
Ensalada Caprese
Caprese Salad
A popular Italian-inspired salad widely enjoyed in Uruguay, featuring thick slices of fresh, creamy mozzarella…
8 net10 total2 fibre20 protein35 fat400 kcal
Guiso de Cordero con Vegetales Keto
Lamb Stew with Keto Vegetables
A hearty and flavorful lamb stew, simmered with tender chunks of lamb, onions, bell peppers, celery, and mushr…
8 net12 total4 fibre70 protein55 fat800 kcal
Higaditos al Vino Tinto con Hongos
Chicken Livers in Red Wine Sauce with Mushrooms
Chicken livers quickly pan-fried and then simmered in a rich red wine sauce with mushrooms, garlic, and herbs.…
8 net10 total2 fibre50 protein50 fat690 kcal
Hígado Encebollado
Liver and Onions
Slices of beef liver pan-fried or grilled to perfection, typically served generously smothered in deeply caram…
8 net10 total2 fibre60 protein30 fat580 kcal
Jabalí Estofado con Vegetales Keto
Wild Boar Stew with Keto Vegetables
A rustic and flavorful slow-cooked wild boar stew, prepared with aromatic herbs, a touch of red wine (most car…
8 net12 total4 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
Matambre Relleno
Stuffed Flank Steak
A classic dish of flank steak rolled and stuffed with a variety of ingredients, typically hard-boiled eggs, ve…
8 net12 total4 fibre75 protein50 fat780 kcal
Revuelto de Zapallitos
Zucchini Scramble with Eggs and Cheese
A comforting and simple home-style dish, often found in 'bodegones', made with sautéed local zucchini ('zapall…
8 net12 total4 fibre30 protein35 fat480 kcal
Revuelto Gramajo Keto (con Zucchini Frito)
Keto Scrambled Eggs Gramajo Style (with Fried Zucchini)
A keto interpretation of the famous Uruguayan scramble, featuring fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with diced ham, …
8 net12 total4 fibre40 protein60 fat750 kcal
Zapallitos Rellenos (Relleno Keto)
Stuffed Zucchini (Keto Filling)
Zucchini halves filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, cheese, and vegetables, then baked until…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein48 fat650 kcal
Carrillada de Cerdo Estofada
Braised Pork Cheeks (with cauliflower puree)
Tender pork cheeks slow-braised in a rich sauce, often made with red wine, vegetables (like onion, carrot, cel…
9 net12 total3 fibre65 protein55 fat800 kcal
Chipirones Rellenos (Relleno Keto de Carne o Mariscos)
Stuffed Baby Squid (Keto Meat or Seafood Filling)
Baby squid tubes carefully stuffed with a rich, savory filling. While traditionally containing rice or breadcr…
9 net12 total3 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
Costillas de Cerdo a la Riojana (Keto Modificadas)
Pork Ribs in Riojana Sauce with Keto Sides (No Potatoes)
Pork ribs slow-cooked until tender in a rich sauce made from sautéed onions, bell peppers, tomatoes (in modera…
9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
Pescado a la Gallega (Sin Papas)
Galician-Style Fish (No Potatoes)
White fish fillet (like hake or cod) cooked Galician-style, featuring a flavorful dressing of olive oil, garli…
9 net12 total3 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Buseca (Estofado de Tripas Keto)
Keto Tripe Stew (Buseca Style)
A hearty, rustic stew of slow-cooked beef tripe with various low-carb vegetables, often including bell peppers…
10 net15 total5 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
Carbonada (Keto Modificada)
Keto Beef and Vegetable Stew
A traditional beef stew often characterized by a slightly sweet and savory profile, usually containing pumpkin…
10 net16 total6 fibre68 protein47 fat720 kcal
Estofado de Carne (Keto Modificado)
Keto Beef Stew with Vegetables
A hearty beef stew, slow-cooked in a rich broth with low-carb vegetables. Modified to omit traditional starchy…
10 net15 total5 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
Matambre a la Pizza
Pizza-Style Flank Steak
A creative dish where a thin flank steak serves as the 'crust,' topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, h…
10 net15 total5 fibre80 protein65 fat950 kcal
Morrones Asados
Roasted Bell Peppers
Whole bell peppers (usually red or yellow) roasted until tender and slightly charred, then peeled and marinate…
10 net15 total5 fibre5 protein25 fat300 kcal
Morrones Rellenos con Carne y Queso (Keto)
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Meat and Cheese (Keto)
Whole or halved bell peppers (commonly red) stuffed with a delicious mixture of seasoned ground beef, cheese, …
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
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Corazón a la Parrilla
Grilled Beef Heart
Thick slices of beef heart, marinated simply and grilled over hot coals. This offal dish offers a distinct, ro…
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
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Lechón Asado
Roast Suckling Pig
A celebratory dish of whole suckling pig, seasoned simply and slow-roasted to achieve incredibly crispy skin a…
1 net1 total0 fibre100 protein90 fat1200 kcal
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Boquerones en Vinagre
Marinated Anchovies in Vinegar
A classic cold appetizer featuring fresh anchovy fillets marinated in white vinegar until tender, then dressed…
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein28 fat380 kcal
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Morcilla Envuelto en Panceta
Blood Sausage Wrapped in Bacon
Savory Uruguayan 'morcilla salada' (blood sausage), sliced and generously wrapped in strips of 'panceta' (baco…
4 net4 total0 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Paté de Hígado (Keto Modificado)
Keto Liver Pâté (without bread/crackers)
A rich and creamy pâté made from finely blended chicken or beef liver, often enhanced with butter, a touch of …
4 net5 total1 fibre25 protein48 fat500 kcal
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Salchichas Parrilleras
Grilled Sausages (without bread)
Thin, savory sausages made from a blend of pork and beef, grilled to a perfect crisp on the outside and juicy …
4 net4 total0 fibre35 protein60 fat700 kcal
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Tortilla de Queso
Cheese Omelette
A classic, simple, and satisfying omelette made with whisked eggs and a generous filling of melted, savory che…
4 net4 total0 fibre35 protein42 fat520 kcal
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Chorizos de Campo al Horno (Keto)
Baked Rustic Sausages with Keto Sides
Robust and flavorful country-style pork sausages, often made with a more artisanal approach and coarser textur…
5 net6 total1 fibre45 protein70 fat800 kcal
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Pamplona de Pollo
Stuffed Chicken Roll (Grilled or Baked)
A flavorful chicken breast stuffed with ham, cheese (e.g., mozzarella or fontina), and roasted bell peppers, t…
5 net7 total2 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Asado con Cuero (Keto Modificado)
Slow-Roasted Pork/Lamb with Skin (Keto Sides)
A traditional Uruguayan method of slow-roasting a whole pig or lamb with its skin on over embers, yielding inc…
6 net10 total4 fibre110 protein110 fat1400 kcal
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Mejillones a la Marinera / Provenzal (sin pan)
Steamed Mussels with Garlic and Herbs (without bread)
Fresh mussels steamed in a fragrant broth of dry white wine, olive oil, copious amounts of garlic, and fresh p…
6 net7 total1 fibre40 protein38 fat500 kcal
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Fainá de Queso (Keto Modificada con Harina de Almendras)
Keto Cheese Fainá (Almond Flour Base)
A keto interpretation of the popular Uruguayan-Italian chickpea flour flatbread, often enjoyed as a pizza acco…
7 net12 total5 fibre22 protein40 fat480 kcal
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Revuelto de Asparagus con Jamón
Scrambled Eggs with Asparagus and Ham
A popular 'revuelto' (scrambled dish) featuring tender, fresh asparagus spears and savory cured or cooked ham,…
7 net10 total3 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal