Pulpo al Ajillo (sin Papas)
Garlic Octopus (without Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes (sin papas) or any other starchy vegetables. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender, pre-cooked octopus tentacles, pan-fried or sautéed in copious amounts of olive oil with generous quantities of sliced garlic, paprika, and a touch of salt. Crucially, served without its traditional potato accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Cooked octopus, olive oil, garlic, paprika (optional), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes (sin papas) or any other starchy vegetables. Confirm no hidden sugars in seasonings or sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Pulpo al Ajillo, sin papas ni otros vegetales con almidón. ¿Podría confirmar que no lleva azúcares ocultos en los condimentos o salsas?
Pulpo al Ajillo, no potatoes or any other starchy vegetables, please. Could you confirm no hidden sugars in the seasonings or sauces?
Watch out for
The traditional dish is defined by potatoes; clear communication is essential for their omission. Some restaurants might add sweet peppers or other higher-carb vegetables.
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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