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
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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
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Mollejas Asadas
Grilled Chicken Gizzards
Grilled chicken gizzards, often marinated in simple spices and lime, then cooked until tender yet slightly cri…
2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein20 fat450 kcal
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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
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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
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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
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Codornices Asadas
Grilled Quail (Keto)
Whole quails marinated in a simple blend of lime, garlic, and local spices, then grilled to achieve a tender i…
3 net4 total1 fibre48 protein30 fat480 kcal
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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
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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
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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
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Pescado Envuelto en Hojas de Mashán (Keto Modificado)
Fish Wrapped in Mashán Leaves (Keto Modified)
A whole fresh white fish (like mojarra or tilapia) seasoned with local herbs, tomatoes, and onions, then tradi…
3 net4 total1 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
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Riñones Asados al Carbón
Grilled Beef Kidneys (Keto)
Beef kidneys marinated simply in lime and spices, then grilled over charcoal to achieve a smoky flavor and ten…
3 net5 total2 fibre38 protein38 fat510 kcal
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Tortilla de Huevo con Flor de Izote y Queso
Egg Omelet with Izote Flower and Cheese
A fluffy omelet (tortilla de huevo) made with farm-fresh eggs, sautéed Flor de Izote (yucca flower petals), an…
3 net5 total2 fibre28 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Tortilla de Huevo con Loroco
Loroco Flower Omelet (Keto)
A hearty omelet or frittata made with whisked eggs and generously folded with fresh loroco flowers, a unique a…
3 net5 total2 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
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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
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Camarones a la Plancha (Keto)
Grilled Shrimp with Keto Sides
Shrimp grilled on a griddle, typically seasoned simply with garlic, lime, and spices. This dish is naturally l…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
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Camarones con Loroco Salteados
Sautéed Shrimp with Loroco Flowers
Succulent shrimp sautéed with delicate loroco flowers, garlic, and butter, creating a fragrant and flavorful d…
4 net6 total2 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Lomo de Cerdo Relleno de Queso y Jalapeños (Keto)
Pork Loin Stuffed with Cheese and Jalapeños (Keto)
A succulent pork loin butterflied and generously filled with a creamy, melted cheese and piquant jalapeño slic…
4 net6 total2 fibre65 protein48 fat720 kcal
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Omelette de Loroco y Queso
Loroco and Cheese Omelette
A fluffy omelette filled with the distinctive floral flavor of loroco (edible flower buds) and melted cheese (…
4 net6 total2 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Pinchos de Hígado de Pollo y Tocino
Chicken Liver and Bacon Skewers
Savory skewers made with pieces of tender chicken liver wrapped in crispy bacon, grilled to perfection and oft…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein55 fat680 kcal
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Pinchos de Hígado de Res y Tocino
Beef Liver and Bacon Skewers
Savory grilled skewers featuring cubes of nutrient-rich beef liver wrapped in crispy bacon. A rich, flavorful,…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
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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
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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
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Salpicón de Pollo (Keto)
Shredded Chicken Salad (Keto)
A refreshing and zesty Guatemalan salad featuring finely shredded chicken breast, mixed with finely chopped cr…
4 net6 total2 fibre40 protein20 fat380 kcal
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Caldo de Mariscos
Seafood Soup
A flavorful and light seafood broth, brimming with a variety of fresh seafood such as shrimp, fish fillets, mu…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein25 fat450 kcal
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Corazón Asado con Chirmol (Keto)
Grilled Beef Heart with Chirmol (Keto)
Tender and flavorful slices of beef heart, marinated in a savory blend of spices and lime, then perfectly gril…
5 net7 total2 fibre45 protein25 fat420 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
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Lomo de Cerdo a la Plancha con Chirmol de Aguacate
Grilled Pork Loin with Avocado Chirmol
Succulent grilled pork loin, seasoned simply and cooked until tender. It is served alongside a fresh, chunky a…
5 net10 total5 fibre58 protein55 fat720 kcal
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Loroco con Huevo
Scrambled Eggs with Loroco Flowers
A simple and delicious dish featuring tender loroco flowers (an edible Central American vine flower with a uni…
5 net7 total2 fibre28 protein40 fat500 kcal
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Mojarra Frita (Whole Fried Tilapia with Keto Sides)
Whole Fried Tilapia with Keto Sides
A whole tilapia fish, seasoned and deep-fried until crispy. The fish itself is delicious and flaky. This keto …
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Mojarras a la Plancha (sin Panadura)
Pan-Seared Tilapia (No Breading) with Keto Sides
Whole tilapia fish, seasoned and pan-seared without any breading. Served with a side of fresh salsa and avocad…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein42 fat650 kcal
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Pechuga de Pollo Rellena de Chorizo y Queso
Keto Stuffed Chicken Breast with Chorizo and Cheese
A butterflied chicken breast generously stuffed with crumbled Guatemalan chorizo and melting cheese (such as m…
5 net6 total1 fibre58 protein48 fat675 kcal
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Pechuga de Pollo Rellena de Palmito y Queso (Sin Empanizar)
Unbreaded Chicken Breast Stuffed with Hearts of Palm and Cheese
Tender chicken breast fillets butterflied and stuffed with a savory mixture of finely chopped hearts of palm (…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
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Pescado a la Plancha o Asado
Grilled or Pan-Seared Fish with Keto Sides
A whole fish or fillet (commonly tilapia or red snapper) seasoned and cooked on a grill or pan-seared without …
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Pescado a la Plancha o Asado con Ensalada
Pan-Seared or Grilled Fish with Salad
Fresh whole fish or fillet, pan-seared or grilled to avoid breading. Served simply with a fresh green salad or…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Pescado Asado con Aguacate
Grilled Fish with Avocado
A whole grilled fish (e.g., Tilapia or Robalo) or a large fillet, simply seasoned and grilled to a flaky finis…
5 net10 total5 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
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Pescado Asado con Aguacate y Ensalada
Grilled Fish with Avocado and Salad
Fresh whole or filleted fish, expertly grilled and seasoned with lime and garlic, served with creamy avocado s…
5 net10 total5 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal