Carne de Porco à Alentejana (Keto, Sem Batata)
Alentejo Pork and Clams (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: omit the fried potatoes entirely. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic dish from the Alentejo region, featuring marinated pork cubes and clams cooked in a rich sauce with garlic, cilantro, paprika, and white wine. Traditionally garnished with pickled vegetables and fried cubed potatoes.
Key ingredients
Pork (loin or leg), clams, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, white wine, paprika, bay leaves, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Omit the fried potatoes entirely. Ensure any pickled vegetables served are low-carb (e.g., green olives, not carrots). Confirm no flour or sugar is used to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Fried potatoes, potential flour/sugar in sauce thickeners, high-carb pickled vegetables. White wine contributes minor carbs.
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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