Polvo à Lagareiro (sem batatas)
Roasted Octopus 'Lagareiro Style' (no Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely request 'sem batatas' (no potatoes). About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender boiled octopus, then roasted until crispy and generously drenched in olive oil and garlic. The traditional 'batatas a murro' (punch-crushed roasted potatoes) are entirely omitted for a keto-compliant meal.
Key ingredients
Octopus, extra virgin olive oil, whole garlic cloves, salt, pepper, bay leaf.
How to make it keto
Absolutely request 'sem batatas' (no potatoes). Ensure the octopus is simply prepared with olive oil and garlic.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Polvo à Lagareiro, por favor, sem batatas. Pode ser preparado apenas com azeite e alho?
Polvo à Lagareiro, please without potatoes. Ensure it's prepared simply with olive oil and garlic.
Watch out for
Garlic (in very large quantities can add up).
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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