Borrego na Telha (com Legumes Assados Keto)
Lamb Baked in Clay Tile (with Keto Roasted Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no potatoes. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rustic regional dish featuring tender lamb, often leg or shoulder, slow-baked in a traditional clay tile with herbs, garlic, and olive oil. Usually served with potatoes, which must be replaced with keto-friendly roasted or sautéed vegetables.
Key ingredients
Lamb (borrego), olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, white wine, salt, pepper. Keto vegetables: bell peppers, onions (small amount), zucchini, asparagus.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no potatoes. Request roasted non-starchy vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, asparagus) as a side.
Watch out for
Potatoes or sweet vegetables (carrots) often included in the roasting process; sauces sometimes contain flour or sugar.
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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