Polvo Assado com Alho, Azeite e Verduras Salteadas (Estilo Lagareiro)
Roasted Octopus with Garlic, Olive Oil and Sautéed Greens (Polvo à Lagareiro Style, no potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Tender octopus, boiled until tender then roasted with copious amounts of garlic, olive oil, and herbs, emulating the flavors of the famous 'Polvo à Lagareiro' but served with healthy sautéed greens instead of punched potatoes.
Key ingredients
Octopus, olive oil, garlic, bay leaf, salt, pepper, sautéed greens (e.g., collard greens, spinach).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes. Instead, ask for sautéed low-carb greens or roasted non-starchy vegetables like cauliflower or broccoli.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Polvo Assado, por favor, sem batatas. Pode vir com verduras low-carb salteadas ou couve-flor/brócolos assados?
For the Polvo Assado, no potatoes, please. Can I have sautéed low-carb greens or roasted cauliflower/broccoli instead?
Watch out for
Punched potatoes' are integral to the traditional dish. Their omission and substitution are the key modifications. Ensure no hidden sugars in any seasoning.
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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