Codornices en Escabeche
Pickled Quail
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Spanish dishes.
What it is
Whole quail, meticulously cooked and then marinated in a vibrant, tangy escabeche (pickle) sauce. This cold dish features quail immersed in olive oil, white wine vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, and subtle aromatics.
Key ingredients
Quail, olive oil, white wine vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, onion (small amount), carrot (small amount), white wine, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or toast is served alongside the dish. The dish is naturally keto-friendly.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Para las Codornices en Escabeche, por favor, que no traiga pan ni tostadas.
For Codornices en Escabeche, please no bread or toast served alongside.
Watch out for
Small amounts of onion and carrot in the marinade contribute minor carbs. Often served with bread for dipping, 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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