Polvo à Lagareiro (Keto Modified)
Roasted Octopus with Garlic, Olive Oil, and Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no potatoes. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Tender roasted octopus, generously bathed in abundant olive oil and garlic, usually accompanied by 'punched' roasted potatoes. For a keto version, the potatoes are replaced with roasted low-carb vegetables such as broccoli or cauliflower florets, allowing the rich flavors of the octopus, garlic, and olive oil to shine.
Key ingredients
Pre-cooked octopus, generous olive oil, garlic cloves, bay leaves, salt, pepper. Served with roasted broccoli or cauliflower florets.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no potatoes. Request roasted non-starchy vegetables (e.g., broccoli, cauliflower, green beans) instead. Confirm no flour or thickeners in any pan sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para o Polvo à Lagareiro, por favor, sem batatas. Gostaria de legumes verdes salteados em vez disso. Sem marinadas açucaradas.
For the Polvo à Lagareiro, please, no potatoes. I'd like sautéed green vegetables instead. Confirm no sugary marinades.
Watch out for
Potatoes are an integral part of the traditional dish; ensure they are completely omitted. Some chefs might add a little bread to soak up the olive oil, which should be declined.
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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