Sardinhas Assadas (Grilled Sardines with Roasted Peppers - No Potatoes)
Grilled Sardines with Roasted Bell Peppers (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: omit boiled potatoes. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Portuguese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Fresh whole sardines, grilled over charcoal and simply seasoned with coarse salt, served with a vibrant side of roasted bell peppers and onions, but without the customary boiled potatoes.
Key ingredients
Fresh sardines, coarse salt, olive oil (for peppers and drizzle), bell peppers (red/green), onions.
How to make it keto
Omit boiled potatoes. Focus on the sardines and the roasted bell peppers and onions. Request no bread accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Nas Sardinhas Assadas, por favor, sem batatas cozidas e sem pão. Foco nas sardinhas, pimentos assados e cebola.
For the Sardinhas Assadas, please omit boiled potatoes and any bread. Focus on the sardines, roasted peppers and onions.
Watch out for
Boiled potatoes (traditional accompaniment), bell peppers and onions contribute moderate carbs in larger quantities, often served with bread which must be avoided.
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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