Bacalhau Grelhado
Grilled Codfish
Yes, with a tweak: omit traditional starchy sides like boiled potatoes. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
A classic and widely loved Portuguese dish featuring a substantial piece of salted codfish (bacalhau), expertly grilled until flaky, typically drizzled with ample olive oil and garlic.
Key ingredients
Salted codfish (bacalhau), olive oil, garlic, parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Omit traditional starchy sides like boiled potatoes. Request extra vegetables (like a simple salad or greens) if available, or just the codfish.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Bacalhau Grelhado, por favor, sem batatas cozidas. Posso ter vegetais extra ou apenas o bacalhau?
For the Bacalhau Grelhado, please no boiled potatoes. Can I have extra vegetables or just the codfish?
Watch out for
Traditional starchy sides (boiled potatoes, sometimes chickpeas).
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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