Polvo Assado à Lagareiro (Sem Batatas)
Roasted Octopus with Garlic, Olive Oil, and Greens
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'sem batatas' (without potatoes). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
A whole tender octopus, roasted and drizzled generously with olive oil and garlic. The traditional version comes with 'batatas a murro' (smashed potatoes), which are omitted here for a keto-friendly meal, served with greens instead.
Key ingredients
Octopus, olive oil, garlic, bay leaf, salt, pepper, cilantro (optional).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'sem batatas' (without potatoes). Ask for a side of 'grelos' (turnip greens), broccoli, or spinach sautéed in olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
O Polvo Assado à Lagareiro, sem batatas, por favor. Poderia vir com grelos, brócolos ou espinafres salteados em azeite?
For the Polvo Assado à Lagareiro, no potatoes, please. Could I have sautéed grelos, broccoli, or spinach with olive oil instead?
Watch out for
Potatoes are the primary carb risk. Ensure they are completely omitted. Some chefs might use a touch of flour in the sauce, so inquire if possible.
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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