A classic cold dish of pickled sardines. Fresh sardines are pan-fried or baked and then marinated in a tangy escabeche sauce made with generous olive oil, vinegar, onions, garlic, and bell peppers. It's naturally keto-friendly and full of flavor.

Key ingredients

Sardinhas (sardines), azeite de oliva (olive oil), vinagre (vinegar), cebola (onion), alho (garlic), pimentões coloridos (bell peppers), louro (bay leaf), sal (salt), pimenta do reino (black pepper).

If you order it anyway

Confirm no sugar in the escabeche sauce. Ensure it's served without bread or high-carb accompaniments.

Watch out for

Onions, bell peppers, and garlic contribute to carbs. Some commercial vinegars or restaurant recipes might add a touch of sugar for balance.

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.