Espetos de Sardinas
Skewered Sardines
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Spanish dishes.
What it is
Fresh sardines, typically caught that day, skewered and grilled over an open wood fire (often beachside), seasoned simply with coarse sea salt and a squeeze of lemon.
Key ingredients
Sardines, sea salt, olive oil (for basting/serving), lemon.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served alongside, which is a common accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Los Espetos de Sardinas, por favor sin pan.
For the Espetos de Sardinas, please serve without bread.
Watch out for
Often served with a slice of lemon and sometimes bread. Lemon juice carbs are minimal, but a large wedge or excessive use could add up slightly.
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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