Polvo à Lagareiro (Versão Keto)
Roasted Octopus with Garlic Olive Oil and Greens
Yes, with a tweak: **Crucially, omit the traditional 'batatas a murro' (punched potatoes).** Request extra olive oil and garlic with the octopus, and a side of steamed greens (e.g.… About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender boiled octopus, then roasted in the oven with generous amounts of olive oil and garlic. The traditional 'Lagareiro' style usually includes 'batatas a murro' (punched potatoes), but this keto version focuses on the flavorful octopus and its rich garlic-infused olive oil, served with low-carb greens.
Key ingredients
Octopus, abundant olive oil, garlic cloves, bay leaf, coarse salt, black pepper. (Keto sides: steamed greens like collard greens or broccoli).
How to make it keto
**Crucially, omit the traditional 'batatas a murro' (punched potatoes).** Request extra olive oil and garlic with the octopus, and a side of steamed greens (e.g., espargos, grelos, or brócolis) or a simple green salad instead.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, sirva o Polvo à Lagareiro sem as batatas a murro. Poderia vir com legumes de baixo carboidrato no vapor ou salteados?
Please serve the Polvo à Lagareiro without batatas a murro. Can I have a side of plain steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables instead?
Watch out for
The traditional potato side is the primary carb risk. Ensure no other high-carb vegetables are substituted without clear communication.
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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