Petingas Fritas
Fried Small Sardines with Salad
Yes, with a tweak: request the fish to be pan-fried without flour, or very lightly dusted if possible. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Portuguese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Small sardines, often lightly floured (traditionally) and deep-fried until crispy. A popular snack or starter, usually served with rice or a simple salad.
Key ingredients
Small sardines (petingas), olive oil/vegetable oil (for frying), salt, pepper. Keto side: green salad (e.g., lettuce, tomato, onion in moderation).
How to make it keto
Crucial: Request the fish to be pan-fried without flour, or very lightly dusted if possible. Omit any accompanying rice. Opt for a simple green salad with olive oil and vinegar dressing. Be aware of potential carb count from batter/flour if deep-fried, and confirm frying oil is not hydrogenated.
Watch out for
Traditional preparation involves flouring the fish before frying (significant carb risk). Rice as a common side. Sugary salad dressings. Cross-contamination if fried in oil used for high-carb items.
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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