Uruguayan keto guide
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148 dishes50 keto as served119 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.
37 matching dishes
Pescado a la Plancha (con Guarnición Keto)
Grilled Fish (with Keto Sides)
Fresh white fish (such as merluza or brótola) grilled with minimal seasoning. The focus is on ensuring appropr…
3 net6 total3 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
Bacalao al Pil-Pil
Cod with Garlic and Chili Oil Emulsion
A classic dish often found in Uruguayan restaurants with Spanish influence. Salted cod is gently cooked in hig…
4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Morcilla (Salada)
Blood Sausage (Savory)
A traditional sausage often featured on a Uruguayan parrillada. The savory version ('morcilla salada') is made…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein55 fat700 kcal
Pulpo a la Gallega (Keto Modificado)
Galician Style Octopus (with Olive Oil, Paprika, and Greens, no Potato)
Tender boiled octopus slices generously seasoned with high-quality extra virgin olive oil, authentic sweet pap…
4 net6 total2 fibre40 protein33 fat480 kcal
Sopa de Pescado (Keto Modificada)
Keto Fish Soup
A comforting and flavorful fish soup, typically made with a robust fish broth, chunks of white fish, and low-c…
4 net6 total2 fibre40 protein25 fat400 kcal
Revuelto de Jamón y Zucchini
Ham and Zucchini Scramble
A simple, flavorful scramble of eggs with diced ham and tender zucchini, often enhanced with onions and cheese…
5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein48 fat600 kcal
Tortilla de Espinaca
Spinach Omelet/Frittata
A simple yet satisfying thick omelet or frittata primarily made with eggs and fresh spinach, often including o…
5 net8 total3 fibre28 protein40 fat500 kcal
Codornices Estofadas con Vegetales Keto
Stewed Quail with Keto Vegetables
Tender quail, often whole or halved, stewed with a medley of keto-friendly vegetables such as mushrooms, zucch…
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein45 fat650 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
Berenjenas Rellenas con Carne y Queso (Keto)
Keto Stuffed Eggplant with Meat and Cheese
Large eggplant halves scooped out and filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, a touch of onion a…
11 net18 total7 fibre55 protein50 fat720 kcal
Cazuela de Gallina (Keto Modificada)
Keto Chicken and Vegetable Stew
A comforting chicken stew, adapted to be keto-friendly. Tender pieces of chicken are slow-cooked in a savory b…
11 net16 total5 fibre75 protein50 fat800 kcal
Huevos a la Española (Keto, sin Pan)
Eggs Spanish Style (Keto, no Bread)
Fried or gently simmered eggs served in a robust and flavorful Spanish-style sauce. This sauce is typically ma…
11 net15 total4 fibre25 protein40 fat480 kcal
Mondongo a la Española (Keto Modificado)
Spanish-Style Tripe Stew (Keto Modified, no Starchy Vegetables)
A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender beef tripe cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce with bell peppers,…
11 net15 total4 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
Puchero Uruguayo (Keto Modificado)
Uruguayan Meat & Bone Broth Stew with Low-Carb Vegetables
A traditional, hearty Uruguayan stew, heavily modified for keto. It features various cuts of beef (e.g., osso …
12 net18 total6 fibre80 protein65 fat950 kcal
Arroz con Pollo (Keto Modificado con Arroz de Coliflor)
Keto Chicken and Cauliflower "Rice" Stew
A beloved classic, transformed into a keto-friendly delight. Tender pieces of chicken are simmered with onions…
14 net22 total8 fibre70 protein55 fat880 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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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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Keto Pescado en Escabeche
Keto Marinated Fish (Cold Plate)
A traditional cold appetizer or light meal, consisting of pieces of cooked white fish (such as hake) marinated…
9 net12 total3 fibre45 protein35 fat500 kcal
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Keto Berenjenas a la Napolitana (Berenjenas al Horno con Tomate, Jamón y Queso)
Keto Baked Eggplant with Tomato, Ham, and Cheese (Neapolitan Style)
A baked dish featuring layers of tender eggplant slices, a savory low-carb tomato sauce, slices of cooked ham,…
12 net18 total6 fibre35 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Keto Bifes a la Criolla (Bistec con Salsa Criolla)
Keto Steak with Creole Sauce and Keto Sides
Pan-fried beef steaks (commonly sirloin or rump) generously topped with a vibrant 'salsa criolla' – a rustic s…
14 net18 total4 fibre65 protein55 fat800 kcal
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Keto Pollo al Disco (Pollo con Vegetales en Salsa de Vino)
Keto Chicken Cooked in a Disc Plow (Chicken with Vegetables in Wine Sauce)
A rustic and flavorful chicken dish traditionally cooked slowly in a 'disco de arado' (plow disc) over an open…
17 net22 total5 fibre70 protein65 fat950 kcal