Lulas Grelhadas com Molho Virgem e Espargos
Grilled Squid with Vierge Sauce and Asparagus (No Carb Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or potatoes; ask for a side of grilled asparagus or other low-carb vegetables. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Fresh squid, often whole or in rings, grilled to tender perfection. Served with a light 'molho virgem' (virgin sauce) typically made from finely diced tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs, and grilled asparagus instead of rice or potatoes.
Key ingredients
Squid, olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic, lemon, tomato (small amount for sauce), parsley, grilled asparagus.
How to make it keto
Request no rice or potatoes; ask for a side of grilled asparagus or other low-carb vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Sem arroz ou batatas, por favor. Pode ser com espargos grelhados extras ou outros legumes de baixo carboidrato?
No rice or potatoes, please. Can I have extra grilled asparagus or other low-carb vegetables?
Watch out for
Tomatoes in sauce contain natural sugars, but typically small amounts for a 'molho virgem'.
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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