Bacalhau Grelhado
Grilled Codfish with Olive Oil and Onions
Yes, with a tweak: omit potatoes and rice. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Salted codfish fillet, typically grilled or baked with abundant olive oil, onions, and sometimes bell peppers. Traditionally served with boiled potatoes and rice, which must be omitted for keto. The fish itself and its preparation are highly keto-compliant.
Key ingredients
Desalted codfish, olive oil, onion, garlic, black pepper, parsley, bell peppers (optional).
How to make it keto
Omit potatoes and rice. Confirm no breading. Ask for extra grilled onions and bell peppers, or a side salad.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Bacalhau Grelhado, por favor, sem batatas nem arroz. É panado? Poderia vir com cebola e pimentos grelhados extra, ou uma salada?
For the Bacalhau Grelhado, no potatoes or rice, please. Is it breaded? Can I have extra grilled onions and bell peppers, or a side salad?
Watch out for
Often served with potatoes. Be mindful of any sauces that might contain flour or sugar (unlikely for simple grilled cod).
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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