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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Keto Jocón de Pollo
Green Chicken Stew (No Thickener)
A vibrant green chicken stew, where chicken is simmered in a sauce made from tomatillos, cilantro, roasted see…
9 net16 total7 fibre55 protein40 fat650 kcal
Caldo de Res (Sin Papas, Zanahorias o Maíz)
Beef Broth Soup with Meat and Non-Starchy Vegetables
A hearty and flavorful beef soup, traditionally made with cuts of beef and various vegetables. For a keto diet…
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
Chile Relleno (Keto Modified)
Stuffed Poblano Pepper (Keto Style)
Roasted poblano peppers generously stuffed with a savory mixture of ground meat (beef or pork), sometimes vege…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein50 fat700 kcal
Hilachas (Keto Modified)
Shredded Beef in Tomato Sauce with Keto Sides
A comforting Guatemalan dish of shredded beef simmered in a rich, mild, and savory tomato-based sauce, often w…
10 net15 total5 fibre58 protein50 fat720 kcal
Pepián de Pollo o Res (Keto Modified)
Guatemalan Chicken or Beef Stew (Keto Version)
A rich, flavorful stew traditionally made with roasted spices, tomatoes, tomatillos, and chiles. Modified by o…
10 net15 total5 fibre65 protein55 fat800 kcal
Kaq'ik (Keto Modified)
Spicy Turkey Stew with Keto Vegetables
A flavorful and aromatic turkey stew, traditional to the Maya Q'eqchi' people, known for its deep red color fr…
11 net16 total5 fibre65 protein48 fat700 kcal
Keto Hilachas (Estofado de Res Desmenuzada con Güisquil)
Shredded Beef Stew with Chayote
A keto-friendly adaptation of the beloved Hilachas. Tender shredded beef is simmered in a rich and savory toma…
11 net18 total7 fibre65 protein50 fat700 kcal
Adobado de Cerdo (Keto sin Arroz ni Tortillas)
Guatemalan Adobo Pork (no rice/tortillas)
Tender pieces of pork cooked slowly in a rich, savory adobo sauce made from dried chiles, spices, and vinegar.…
12 net18 total6 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
Hilachas
Shredded Beef Stew (without Potatoes)
Tender shredded beef simmered in a rich, slightly tangy tomato and tomatillo-based sauce, often with bell pepp…
12 net18 total6 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Jocón de Pollo (Keto Version)
Keto Green Chicken Stew
Chicken in a vibrant, tangy green sauce made from miltomates, tomatillos, cilantro, and chiles, modified to ex…
12 net18 total6 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
Jocón de Pollo (Thickener-Free)
Chicken in Green Tomatillo Sauce (without corn thickeners)
A vibrant green chicken stew, characterized by its tangy sauce made from tomatillos, cilantro, and green chile…
12 net20 total8 fibre45 protein48 fat680 kcal
Keto Pepián de Pollo
Chicken Stew (Thickened without Masa)
A complex and richly flavored chicken stew, a national dish of Guatemala. The sauce is made from roasted spice…
12 net20 total8 fibre60 protein45 fat700 kcal
Pepián de Pollo (Keto Modified)
Chicken Pepián Stew with Keto Sides
A traditional, rich, and thick chicken stew, recognized as Guatemala's national dish. It features a complex sa…
12 net18 total6 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Chiles Rellenos (Keto, No Breading)
Stuffed Bell Peppers (Keto, No Breading)
Bell peppers (or poblano peppers) stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef and/or pork, herbs, and spices.…
13 net18 total5 fibre50 protein55 fat750 kcal
Estofado de Res (Keto Version)
Keto Beef Stew with Vegetables
A hearty beef stew, rich in flavor from slow-cooked beef and a medley of low-carb vegetables, meticulously pre…
13 net18 total5 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Keto Pepián de Pollo (Estofado de Pollo sin Masa)
Keto Chicken Pepián Stew (Masa-Free)
A keto-modified version of Guatemala's national dish. Chicken pieces (typically leg and thigh) are cooked in a…
13 net22 total9 fibre60 protein60 fat750 kcal
Estofado de Res (Keto sin Vegetales de Raíz)
Guatemalan Beef Stew (Keto, no root vegetables)
A hearty beef stew featuring tender chunks of beef cooked in a rich, flavorful broth with various non-starchy …
14 net20 total6 fibre60 protein45 fat700 kcal
Pepián de Pollo
Chicken Pepián Stew
A rich, complex, and flavorful chicken stew, considered a national dish of Guatemala. Made with various chiles…
14 net20 total6 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
Pepián de Pollo (Keto Version)
Keto Chicken and Vegetable Stew
A rich and flavorful stew featuring chicken cooked in a thick sauce made from roasted seeds (sesame, pumpkin),…
15 net22 total7 fibre55 protein60 fat800 kcal
Pepián de Pollo (Thickener-Free)
Traditional Chicken Stew (without corn thickeners)
A rich and complex chicken stew, featuring a sauce made from roasted seeds (sesame, pumpkin), tomatoes, tomati…
15 net24 total9 fibre50 protein55 fat750 kcal
Subanik (Keto, No Rice/Tortillas)
Multi-Meat Stew (Keto, No Rice/Tortillas)
A rich and complex traditional stew, often featuring multiple meats like pork, chicken, and beef, simmered in …
15 net26 total11 fibre70 protein58 fat820 kcal
Keto Hilachas (Shredded Beef in Sauce)
Keto Shredded Beef in Tomato Sauce (No Starchy Vegetables)
Tender shredded beef simmered in a rich, slightly spicy tomato-based sauce. The keto version ensures no starch…
19 net28 total9 fibre75 protein75 fat1000 kcal
Keto Jocón (Green Chicken Stew)
Keto Jocón Green Chicken Stew (No Starchy Thickeners/Vegetables)
A vibrant green chicken stew, characterized by its herbaceous sauce made from tomatillos, cilantro, and green …
19 net28 total9 fibre75 protein80 fat1050 kcal
Keto Pepián (Chicken/Beef Stew)
Keto Pepián Chicken/Beef Stew (No Starchy Thickeners/Vegetables)
A rich, flavorful stew, traditionally made with chicken and/or beef, various chiles, spices, and seeds. The ke…
20 net30 total10 fibre80 protein90 fat1150 kcal
Keto Subanik (Three-Meat Stew)
Keto Subanik Three-Meat Stew (No Starchy Thickeners/Vegetables)
A ceremonial and rich stew typically combining chicken, pork, and beef in a complex sauce of roasted chiles, t…
21 net32 total11 fibre90 protein95 fat1250 kcal
KAsoon
Chirmol de Rábano, Huevo y Chicharrón (Keto)
Keto Radish, Egg, and Pork Rind Chirmol
A refreshing and crunchy 'chirmol' (salsa or salad-like condiment) featuring finely diced radishes, chopped ha…
3 net5 total2 fibre18 protein25 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Hojita de Chipilín con Huevo Revuelto y Queso
Scrambled Eggs with Chipilín Leaves and Cheese
A traditional, rustic Guatemalan dish featuring fresh, tender chipilín leaves scrambled with eggs and crumbled…
3 net5 total2 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada de Flor de Izote y Quelites con Chicharrón
Yucca Flower and Mixed Greens Salad with Pork Rinds
A refreshing and savory salad featuring blanched Flor de Izote (yucca flower), various local edible greens (qu…
4 net8 total4 fibre28 protein40 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Pacaya Rellena de Queso a la Plancha (sin envolver en huevo)
Grilled Palm Flower Stuffed with Cheese (without egg batter)
Tender pacaya (palm flowers), a unique Guatemalan delicacy, carefully stuffed with a local meltable cheese (li…
4 net7 total3 fibre18 protein28 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Seco Envuelto en Huevo (Keto, No Sauce/Sides)
Egg-Battered Dried Fish (Keto, No Tomato Sauce or Carby Sides)
Salted dried fish (similar to bacalao) that is rehydrated, often flaked, and then coated in a light, fluffy eg…
4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Queso Fresco Asado con Loroco y Tomate
Grilled Fresh Cheese with Loroco and Tomato
Thick slices of fresh, savory queso fresco are grilled until softened and lightly charred, then generously top…
4 net6 total2 fibre25 protein30 fat390 kcal
KAsoon
Chipilín Salteado con Tocino y Queso Fresco
Sautéed Chipilín with Bacon and Fresh Cheese
Fresh chipilín leaves, a flavorful native green, quickly sautéed with crispy bacon bits and crumbled fresh che…
5 net10 total5 fibre18 protein30 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada de Nopales con Queso Seco y Chicharrón
Cactus Salad with Dry Cheese and Pork Rinds
A refreshing salad featuring tender, cooked nopales (cactus paddles) mixed with crumbly dry cheese, crispy por…
5 net10 total5 fibre35 protein48 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada de Quilete con Huevo
Wild Greens and Egg Salad with Avocado
A refreshing and nutritious salad featuring locally sourced wild edible greens (quilete), often lightly sautée…
5 net10 total5 fibre18 protein38 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Guisado de Chaya con Huevo
Chaya and Egg Scramble
A traditional and nutritious scramble featuring fresh chaya leaves (a vibrant, spinach-like leafy green) sauté…
5 net9 total4 fibre24 protein36 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Guisquil Cocido con Huevo
Boiled Chayote with Egg
A simple yet nourishing dish featuring boiled chayote (güisquil) seasoned and served alongside hard-boiled or …
5 net10 total5 fibre25 protein40 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Caldo de Chipilín con Huevo y Queso
Keto Chipilín Leaf Soup with Egg and Cheese
A traditional Guatemalan soup featuring the distinctive flavor of chipilín leaves, enriched with scrambled or …
5 net8 total3 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Pacaya con Huevo (Keto Modified)
Sautéed Pacaya with Scrambled Eggs (No Batter)
A traditional dish featuring pacaya (a mildly bitter flower bud) simply sautéed with scrambled eggs. This keto…
5 net8 total3 fibre28 protein38 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Pechuga de Pollo en Salsa Cremosa de Aguacate y Cilantro
Chicken Breast in Creamy Avocado and Cilantro Sauce
Tender chicken breast served in a rich and vibrant creamy sauce made from ripe avocados, fresh cilantro, a tou…
5 net10 total5 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Chuleta de Cerdo Asada con Chirmol y Aguacate
Grilled Pork Chop with Fresh Tomato Chirmol and Avocado
A flavorful grilled pork chop, typically thin-cut, served with a side of fresh, smoky tomato-based chirmol and…
6 net12 total6 fibre55 protein60 fat775 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada de Ejotes con Chicharrones y Queso Seco
Green Bean Salad with Pork Rinds and Dry Cheese
A refreshing and savory cold salad featuring blanched green beans, crunchy chicharrones (pork rinds), and crum…
6 net10 total4 fibre28 protein42 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Guisado de Chipilín con Carne
Chipilín and Meat Stew
A hearty stew made with chipilín leaves (a traditional leafy green vegetable), simmered with beef or pork in a…
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Güisquil Salteado con Huevo y Queso Seco
Sautéed Chayote with Egg and Dry Cheese
Fresh chayote (güisquil) sautéed until tender, then mixed with scrambled eggs and topped with crumbled queso s…
6 net10 total4 fibre25 protein40 fat490 kcal
KAsoon
Huevos Duros en Recado Rojo (Keto Modificado)
Hard-Boiled Eggs in Red Recado (Keto Modified)
A traditional, hearty dish featuring hard-boiled eggs gently simmered in a rich and complex red recado – a sav…
6 net10 total4 fibre20 protein30 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Garnachas (Meat and Sauce in Lettuce Cups)
Ground Beef and Tomato Sauce Lettuce Wraps
A keto interpretation of traditional garnachas, featuring seasoned ground beef (or pork/beef mix) topped with …
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Pacayas Envueltas en Huevo (Keto Modified)
Pacaya Palm Flowers in Egg Batter (Keto Modified)
Pacaya palm flowers (known for their slightly bitter taste), boiled until tender, then encased in a fluffy whi…
6 net10 total4 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Pacayas Envueltas en Huevo (Keto Palm Flowers in Egg Batter)
Keto Palm Flowers in Egg Batter
Pacayas (edible palm flowers) are a unique Guatemalan delicacy. In this keto version, they are carefully coate…
6 net10 total4 fibre18 protein30 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Pacayas Envueltas en Huevo (Sin Harina)
Pacaya Fritters (Egg-Coated, No Flour) with Unthickened Tomato Sauce
Pacaya (edible palm flower buds) lightly coated in whipped egg and pan-fried, then traditionally served in a l…
6 net10 total4 fibre25 protein30 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado en Salsa de Alcaparras (Sin Harina)
Fish in Caper Sauce (Keto)
Pan-seared or baked white fish fillet served with a zesty, briny sauce featuring capers, lemon, garlic, olive …
6 net8 total2 fibre40 protein42 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Pollo a la Plancha (Keto con Aguacate y Ensalada)
Grilled Chicken Breast or Thighs with Avocado and Salad (Keto Style)
Marinated and grilled chicken, often chicken breast or thighs, served with fresh avocado slices and a simple g…
6 net12 total6 fibre70 protein58 fat820 kcal
KAsoon
Revoltillo de Güisquil con Huevo
Scrambled Chayote with Eggs
A traditional Guatemalan home-style dish featuring tender chayote (güisquil) sautéed with onions and bell pepp…
6 net10 total4 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Salpicón
Shredded Beef Salad with Mint
A refreshing dish of finely shredded beef, seasoned with lime juice, mint, onion, and radish. Traditionally se…
6 net12 total6 fibre45 protein45 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Salteado de Güisquil y Ejotes con Carne y Queso Seco
Sautéed Chayote and Green Beans with Beef and Dry Cheese
A flavorful stir-fry featuring tender diced chayote (güisquil) and crisp green beans (ejotes) sautéed with str…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Sopa de Flor de Calabaza con Huevo y Queso (Keto)
Keto Squash Blossom Soup with Egg and Cheese
A delicate and flavorful Guatemalan soup featuring tender fresh squash blossoms, gently simmered in a light, s…
6 net8 total2 fibre20 protein22 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Sopa de Quiles de Milpa (Keto)
Soup of Milpa Shoots (Keto-Modified)
A light and nutritious soup made from various young, edible shoots (quiles) harvested from cornfields (milpa),…
6 net10 total4 fibre20 protein30 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Tortitas de Quelites con Huevo (Sin Harina)
Wild Greens and Egg Patties (Flour-Free)
Savory patties made from chopped wild edible greens (quelites), mixed with whisked eggs, and pan-fried until g…
6 net12 total6 fibre18 protein30 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Atún con Güisquil y Tomate
Tuna with Chayote and Tomato
A light and flavorful dish combining flaked tuna with sautéed diced chayote (güisquil), fresh tomatoes, onions…
7 net11 total4 fibre35 protein25 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Caldo de Gallina con Vegetales Ahumados (Keto)
Keto Smoked Vegetable Chicken Soup
A comforting chicken soup featuring tender chicken pieces and an assortment of low-carb vegetables like chayot…
7 net11 total4 fibre48 protein42 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Asada con Guacamol y Ejotes Salteados
Grilled Steak with Guacamole and Sautéed Green Beans
A tender grilled steak, typically marinated with simple spices, served alongside fresh, creamy guacamole and s…
7 net15 total8 fibre75 protein60 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada Mixta con Aguacate (Keto)
Mixed Salad with Avocado and Grilled Chicken
A refreshing mixed salad featuring generous portions of fresh avocado, transformed into a substantial keto mea…
7 net15 total8 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal