Petingas de Escabeche
Pickled Whitebait (Small Fish)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Small, tender whitebait (petingas) marinated and lightly cooked in a savory escabeche sauce made with olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and herbs. This dish is naturally keto-friendly, offering a tangy and flavorful appetizer or light meal.
Key ingredients
Whitebait (small fish), olive oil, white wine vinegar, garlic, bay leaf, paprika, salt, pepper, parsley.
Optional tweaks
No specific modifications are typically needed for this dish, as it's naturally low-carb. Just confirm no sugar is used in the escabeche.
Watch out for
Rare chance of sugar in the escabeche marinade, or if served with bread for dipping (which should be avoided).
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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