Pulpo a la Parrilla con Salsa Chimichurri Peruana (Keto)
Grilled Octopus with Peruvian Chimichurri Sauce (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the chimichurri sauce is made without any added sugar. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Peruvian dishes.
What it is
Tender, pre-cooked octopus tentacles grilled to smoky perfection, basted with a vibrant Peruvian-style chimichurri sauce made from fresh parsley, cilantro, garlic, ají limo, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Served without starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Cooked octopus tentacles, olive oil, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, garlic, ají limo, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure the chimichurri sauce is made without any added sugar. Explicitly request no potatoes, rice, yuca, or high-carb vegetables as sides.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might use sugary marinades or glazes for the octopus. The chimichurri should be verified for no added sugars. Cross-contamination with high-carb items on the grill is possible.
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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