Guatemalan keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Adapting Guatemalan cuisine to keto is challenging due to the heavy reliance on corn, rice, and beans, requiring significant meal modification.
Top ingredients
Grilled meats (pollo, res, cerdo), avocado, eggs, and specific vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and chayote are good keto foundations.
Danger zones
Explicitly avoid tortillas, tamales, rice, beans, plantains, fruit-based drinks, and be wary of stews potentially thickened with masa or sugar.
Best for
This cuisine works best for experienced, disciplined keto dieters comfortable with custom orders and who prioritize protein and healthy fats over traditional carb-heavy sides.
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Carne Asada con Ensalada de Aguacate y Vegetales Asados
Grilled Steak with Avocado Salad and Roasted Vegetables
A generous cut of grilled steak, typically sirloin or flank, seasoned with local spices and cooked to perfecti…
5 net12 total7 fibre90 protein75 fat900 kcal
Pescado a la Plancha
Grilled Fish with Keto Sides
A whole or fillet of fish (often tilapia or snapper), seasoned and grilled on a griddle or direct flame until …
5 net6 total1 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
Pescado Frito (Unbattered)
Pan-Fried Fish with Keto Salad
A whole pan-fried or deep-fried fish (commonly tilapia or snapper), seasoned simply and cooked until the skin …
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein48 fat700 kcal
Carne Asada
Grilled Steak with Keto Sides
Traditionally grilled, marinated skirt or flank steak, known for its rich savory flavor. This keto-modified ve…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Carne Asada (Keto Modified)
Grilled Marinated Beef with Guacamole and Keto Sides
Generous portion of thin, marinated grilled beef steak, known for its smoky flavor. Modified to be served with…
6 net12 total6 fibre80 protein65 fat900 kcal
Mojarra Frita (Pescado Entero Frito) con Ensalada Verde
Pan-Fried Whole Tilapia with Green Salad
A whole tilapia fish, generously seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic, then pan-fried or deep-fried until th…
6 net10 total4 fibre70 protein65 fat820 kcal
Pescado Frito (Keto Modified)
Fried Whole Fish (No Carbs)
A whole fresh fish (often mojarra or tilapia) seasoned and deep-fried until crispy. Keto-modified by ensuring …
6 net10 total4 fibre75 protein70 fat950 kcal
Pescado Frito (Unbreaded)
Pan-Fried Whole Fish with Keto Sides
A whole pan-fried or grilled fish (often Tilapia or Mojarra) prepared simply with salt and lime, without bread…
6 net10 total4 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Caldo de Pescado (Keto sin Arroz)
Guatemalan Fish Soup (no rice)
A flavorful and comforting fish broth, often made with whole fish pieces or fish fillets, seasoned with herbs …
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein25 fat450 kcal
Caldo de Res
Beef Soup with Keto Vegetables
A hearty, deeply flavored beef soup featuring tender chunks of beef (such as short ribs or shank) in a rich, a…
7 net12 total5 fibre50 protein35 fat550 kcal
Pollo Asado
Grilled Chicken with Keto Sides
Flavorful grilled chicken, typically marinated in a citrusy blend with spices, cooked until tender and juicy. …
7 net12 total5 fibre65 protein45 fat680 kcal
Pollo Asado con Guacamol y Ensalada Verde
Grilled Chicken with Guacamole and Green Salad
Marinated and grilled chicken (often a half chicken or large portions of breast/thigh), prepared with simple h…
7 net15 total8 fibre75 protein65 fat800 kcal
Salpicón de Res (Keto sin Tortillas)
Guatemalan Diced Beef Salad (no tortillas)
A refreshing salad of finely diced cooked beef, mixed with crunchy radishes, fresh mint, cilantro, and red oni…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
Caldo de Res (Keto Modified)
Beef Broth Soup with Keto Vegetables
A hearty and flavorful beef soup, popular for its rich broth and tender chunks of beef. Traditionally, it incl…
8 net14 total6 fibre65 protein38 fat650 kcal
Caldo de Res o Gallina (Keto Modified)
Guatemalan Beef or Chicken Soup (No Starchy Vegetables/Rice)
A hearty and flavorful clear broth soup, rich with tender pieces of beef or chicken and low-carb vegetables. M…
8 net14 total6 fibre70 protein40 fat700 kcal
Churrasco (Keto Modified)
Mixed Grilled Meats with Guacamole and Keto Sides
A platter featuring a variety of grilled meats, typically including beef, chicken, and sometimes chorizo. Keto…
8 net15 total7 fibre100 protein75 fat1100 kcal
Kak'ik (Keto Modified)
Traditional Mayan Turkey Soup (No Carbs)
A ceremonial and deeply flavorful Mayan turkey soup or stew, characterized by its vibrant red color from achio…
8 net12 total4 fibre70 protein45 fat750 kcal
Mojarra Frita
Whole Fried Tilapia (with Keto Sides)
A whole fried tilapia, seasoned and cooked until crispy. A popular and flavorful seafood option, served with k…
8 net12 total4 fibre85 protein85 fat1100 kcal
Pechuga a la Plancha
Grilled Chicken Breast with Keto Sides
Plain grilled chicken breast, often lightly seasoned. When modified for keto, it's served with healthy fats li…
8 net12 total4 fibre65 protein60 fat800 kcal
Pescado Entero Asado (Keto, No Carb Sides)
Grilled Whole Fish with Keto Sides
A whole fish, typically tilapia or snapper, seasoned simply and grilled to perfection. The keto version ensure…
8 net14 total6 fibre75 protein45 fat750 kcal
Pescado Frito (Keto con Ensalada)
Fried Whole Fish with Keto Sides
A whole fried fish (commonly Tilapia or a similar white fish), typically served crispy. Modified to be keto-fr…
8 net12 total4 fibre80 protein45 fat750 kcal
Bistec Encebollado
Sautéed Steak and Onions with Keto Sides
Thinly sliced beef steak sautéed with generous amounts of sliced onions until tender and caramelized. A simple…
9 net12 total3 fibre75 protein50 fat750 kcal
Keto Revolcado
Pork Offal Stew (No Thickener)
A rich and robust stew featuring various pork offal (such as liver, heart, kidneys, ear) simmered in a savory,…
9 net15 total6 fibre55 protein40 fat620 kcal
Churrasco Chapín (Keto, No Carb Sides)
Guatemalan Grilled Meat Platter (Keto Sides)
A classic Guatemalan grilled meat platter featuring various cuts of beef, chicken, or pork, seasoned and cooke…
10 net20 total10 fibre90 protein60 fat900 kcal
Churrasco (Grilled Meats)
Grilled Meat Platter with Avocado and Green Salad
An assortment of perfectly grilled meats (beef, chicken, chorizo) seasoned simply. The focus is on the quality…
10 net18 total8 fibre95 protein95 fat1300 kcal
Churrasco Guatemalteco (Keto Plate)
Guatemalan Mixed Grill with Keto Sides
A generous platter of various grilled meats (e.g., beef steak, chicken, pork sausage) served with selected low…
10 net15 total5 fibre90 protein85 fat1050 kcal
Kak'ik (Keto, No Tamalitos)
Traditional Mayan Turkey Stew (Keto, No Tamalitos)
A vibrant red, traditional Mayan turkey stew known for its complex flavor from roasted chiles, spices, and a c…
10 net18 total8 fibre75 protein40 fat700 kcal
Pollo a la Plancha (Keto con Vegetales Asados)
Grilled Chicken with Keto Grilled Vegetables
Simple grilled chicken breast or thigh, often marinated in citrus and spices for flavor. For a keto-friendly m…
10 net15 total5 fibre70 protein45 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Frito (Keto Pan-Fried Fish)
Keto Pan-Fried Fish
A whole pan-fried fish (often Tilapia or similar white fish) seasoned simply and cooked until crispy on the ou…
1 net2 total1 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Frito (Keto Modified, Unbreaded)
Pan-Fried Whole Fish (Unbreaded)
A whole fish, typically tilapia or snapper, seasoned and pan-fried or deep-fried until crispy, with the skin o…
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Camarones a la Plancha
Grilled Shrimp with Garlic (Keto Sides)
Succulent shrimp grilled or sautéed, often with garlic, lime, and cilantro. Modified by ensuring a sugar-free …
3 net5 total2 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Camarones al Ajillo
Garlic Shrimp (Sautéed in Butter and Garlic, No Rice)
Succulent shrimp generously sautéed in butter or olive oil with abundant garlic, often finished with a hint of…
3 net4 total1 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado a la Plancha (Pescado a la Parrilla, Keto)
Pescado a la Plancha (Grilled Fish, Keto)
Fresh fish fillet, typically grilled or pan-fried with minimal seasoning (salt, pepper, garlic, lime), allowin…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein38 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Entero Asado/A la Plancha
Whole Grilled/Pan-Fried Fish (with keto sides)
A whole fish (often mojarra or snapper) seasoned and grilled or pan-fried to perfection. Served with keto-frie…
3 net5 total2 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Entero Frito sin Empanizar
Whole Fried Fish (Unbreaded) with Green Salad
A whole fish (often Tilapia) seasoned simply and fried until crispy. The keto modification ensures no flour or…
3 net7 total4 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Tripas Asadas con Cebolla y Chirmol
Grilled Beef Tripe with Onions and Chirmol
Marinated beef tripe, grilled until tender and slightly crispy, served with sautéed onions and a fresh tomato-…
3 net5 total2 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada (Grilled Steak with Keto Sides)
Grilled Steak with Avocado and Side Salad (No Rice or Beans)
A classic grilled steak, typically a thin-cut beef (flank or sirloin), seasoned and cooked to perfection. In i…
4 net8 total4 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada (Keto with Keto Sides)
Grilled Beef Steak (with Keto Sides)
Marinated beef steak, typically flank or sirloin, grilled to perfection, seasoned with garlic, lime, and tradi…
4 net6 total2 fibre75 protein55 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Huevos con Longaniza y Aguacate
Scrambled Eggs with Guatemalan Sausage and Avocado
A hearty breakfast featuring scrambled eggs cooked with savory Guatemalan longaniza (pork sausage), served alo…
4 net8 total4 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Lomo a la Plancha (Keto Modified)
Grilled Beef Loin with Keto Sides
A simple yet delicious dish featuring a cut of beef loin (or similar steak) grilled on a hot griddle ('a la pl…
4 net8 total4 fibre60 protein45 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Pechuga de Pollo Rellena de Espinaca y Queso (Keto Modificada)
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese (Keto Modified)
A tender chicken breast generously stuffed with a savory mixture of fresh spinach and local cheese (like mozza…
4 net6 total2 fibre55 protein38 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Pechuga de Pollo Rellena de Loroco y Queso (sin empanizar)
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Loroco Flower and Cheese (Unbreaded)
Chicken breast pounded thin, then rolled and stuffed with a savory mixture of loroco flower (an edible flower …
4 net6 total2 fibre55 protein40 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Asado (Keto Plate)
Grilled Whole Fish or Fillet with Keto Sides
A whole fish (often tilapia) or a fillet, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, garlic, and lime, then grilled to…
4 net6 total2 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Frito (Fried Fish, No Rice/Tortillas)
Whole Fried Fish with Keto Green Salad and Avocado
A whole fish, typically tilapia or mojarra, seasoned and deep-fried until crispy. Modified by requesting no st…
4 net7 total3 fibre70 protein60 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Frito (Keto Fried Fish)
Keto Fried Whole Fish (No Breading)
A whole fried fish (often Tilapia or Mojarra) cooked until crispy, seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Modif…
4 net6 total2 fibre55 protein60 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Frito (Keto Version)
Fried Fish (No Breading, with Keto Sides)
A whole fried fish (often tilapia or snapper), typically seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Modified by omi…
4 net6 total2 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Frito / Pescado Asado
Fried or Grilled Whole Fish with Keto Sides
A whole fresh fish (often Tilapia or similar white fish), seasoned and either deep-fried or grilled to perfect…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Pollo Asado o a la Plancha
Grilled or Pan-Seared Chicken with Keto Sides
Simple yet flavorful grilled or pan-seared chicken, often marinated lightly with citrus and spices. A versatil…
4 net8 total4 fibre70 protein45 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Pollo Asado (Pollo a la Parrilla, Keto)
Pollo Asado (Grilled Chicken, Keto)
Simple grilled chicken, often marinated with citrus, garlic, and herbs, resulting in a tender and flavorful di…
4 net5 total1 fibre75 protein35 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada / Churrasco (Sin Arroz, Frijoles, y Tortillas)
Grilled Beef Platter with Keto Sides
Grilled marinated steak, typically served with lime. Modified by omitting traditional high-carb sides like ric…
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada con Aguacate y Ensalada (Grilled Steak with Keto Sides)
Grilled Steak with Avocado and Salad
Flavorful grilled marinated steak, served with fresh avocado slices and a simple mixed green salad. The tradit…
5 net10 total5 fibre75 protein70 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada (con Cebollas y Aguacate)
Grilled Steak with Onions and Avocado
Thinly sliced beef steak, marinated and grilled, often served with grilled onions. Modified to include avocado…
5 net12 total7 fibre65 protein55 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada (Grilled Beef with Keto Sides)
Grilled Guatemalan Beef with Avocado & Salad
Flavorful grilled beef, typically skirt steak or flank steak, marinated and cooked to perfection. Modified to …
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada (Keto Grilled Steak)
Keto Grilled Steak with Keto Sides
Generous portion of grilled beef steak, typically thinly sliced and marinated for flavor. This keto version fo…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada (Keto Modificado)
Grilled Steak with Avocado and Keto Salad
Flavorful grilled steak, simply seasoned to highlight the beef's natural taste, served with fresh, sliced avoc…
5 net10 total5 fibre75 protein60 fat880 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada (Keto Sides)
Grilled Marinated Beef with Keto Sides
A generous portion of grilled, thinly sliced marinated beef, often flank or skirt steak. The marinade typicall…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat620 kcal
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Carnitas de Cerdo (Plato Keto)
Braised and Fried Pork Carnitas (Keto Plate)
Succulent chunks of pork, slow-braised until tender, then often fried or roasted to achieve crispy edges. Serv…
5 net8 total3 fibre75 protein68 fat880 kcal
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Ceviche de Pescado y Camarones (Keto Style)
Fish and Shrimp Ceviche (Keto Friendly)
A refreshing appetizer of fresh raw fish (e.g., tilapia, mahi-mahi) and/or shrimp, 'cooked' in abundant lime j…
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein20 fat450 kcal
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Ensalada con Pollo Asado (Keto Dressing)
Mixed Green Salad with Grilled Chicken (Keto Dressing)
A substantial and refreshing salad featuring a generous portion of grilled chicken breast served over a bed of…
5 net10 total5 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
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Guatemalan Longanizas (Sausages with Keto Sides)
Grilled Guatemalan Pork Sausages (with Avocado & Salad)
Fresh, often spiced pork sausages (longanizas) characterized by a lighter color than chorizo, typically grille…
5 net10 total5 fibre45 protein60 fat720 kcal