Parrillada Mixta
Mixed Grill Platter
Yes, with a tweak: ask for 'sin morcilla' (without blood sausage) and inquire about chorizo ingredients, requesting one without fillers if possible. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Argentinian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A substantial platter showcasing an assortment of grilled meats, sausages, and traditional offal, embodying the rich flavors of Argentinian grilling culture.
Key ingredients
Various cuts of beef (e.g., sirloin, flank, short ribs), chorizo (pork sausage), morcilla (blood sausage), chinchulines (small intestine), riñones (kidneys), tripa gorda (large intestine), salt, pepper. Often served with chimichurri.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ask for 'sin morcilla' (without blood sausage) and inquire about chorizo ingredients, requesting one without fillers if possible. Skip all starchy sides (potatoes, fries, bread, rice). Focus on beef cuts and other offal like chinchulines and riñones, which are naturally keto. Ask for chimichurri on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Parrillada Mixta, 'sin morcilla', por favor. ¿El chorizo tiene rellenos? Omita todos los acompañamientos: sin papas, fritas, pan ni arroz. Chimichurri aparte.
Parrillada Mixta, 'sin morcilla' please. Does the chorizo have fillers? Skip all starchy sides: no potatoes, fries, bread, rice. Chimichurri on the side.
Watch out for
Morcilla (blood sausage) commonly contains rice, oats, or breadcrumbs as fillers. Chorizo (pork sausage) can contain fillers, starches, or sugar. All traditional starchy sides (bread, fries, rice, potatoes). Sugary marinades are possible for some less traditional cuts. Some chimichurri recipes can have a tiny amount of sugar.
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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