Espetada de Peixe
Grilled Fish Skewers with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or potatoes. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Skewers featuring firm white fish (e.g., monkfish, swordfish) and often shrimp, grilled with chunks of low-carb vegetables like onions and bell peppers. Served without rice or potatoes, focusing on the grilled protein and vegetables.
Key ingredients
Monkfish/Swordfish/Shrimp, bell peppers (various colors), onions, olive oil, garlic, lemon, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice or potatoes. Confirm the vegetables on the skewer are primarily low-carb. Ask for extra grilled low-carb vegetables if available.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para a Espetada de Peixe, sem arroz ou batatas, por favor. Os vegetais do espeto são low-carb? Posso ter extra de legumes grelhados?
For the Espetada de Peixe, no rice or potatoes. Are the skewer vegetables low-carb? Can I get extra grilled low-carb vegetables?
Watch out for
Marinades with hidden sugars, inclusion of high-carb vegetables on the skewer (e.g., cherry tomatoes in large quantities), high-carb side dishes.
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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