Polvo à Lagareiro (Polvo Assado à Lagareiro sem Batatas)
Octopus Lagareiro Style with Olive Oil and Garlic, No Potatoes
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes ('sem batatas'). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Tender boiled octopus, roasted with generous amounts of extra virgin olive oil, smashed garlic cloves, and fresh cilantro. This version omits the traditional 'batatas a murro' (punched potatoes) to be keto-compliant.
Key ingredients
Octopus, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh cilantro, bay leaf, coarse salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes ('sem batatas'). Ask for extra garlic and olive oil. A side of steamed green vegetables can be requested if available.
Watch out for
The primary risk is the traditional inclusion of roasted potatoes. Some preparations might use a splash of wine, which is negligible in terms of carbs.
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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