Bacalao al Pil Pil (Keto)
Cod with Pil Pil Sauce (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Argentinian dishes.
What it is
A Spanish-Basque dish, sometimes found in Argentinian seafood restaurants, featuring tender salt cod fillets gently poached and emulsified with copious amounts of olive oil, garlic, and mild guindilla peppers, creating a unique and rich 'pil pil' sauce. It is naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Salt cod (bacalao), abundant extra virgin olive oil, garlic, guindilla (mild chili) peppers, salt.
Optional tweaks
No specific modifications are typically needed for this dish, as its authentic preparation is naturally keto. Ensure no bread is served for dipping the sauce.
Watch out for
None, as long as it is prepared authentically without any starches or sugary additions. The copious amount of olive oil is part of its traditional preparation.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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