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.
19 matching dishes
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
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Carne Asada con Vegetales Asados y Aguacate
Grilled Beef with Grilled Vegetables and Avocado
A generous portion of marinated and grilled beef steak (e.g., flank or sirloin), cooked to your preference. It…
16 net35 total19 fibre73 protein79 fat1100 kcal
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Guatemalan Chile Relleno (Unbreaded, Keto-friendly)
Stuffed Bell Pepper with Meat (Keto-style, no breading)
A bell pepper (or similar large mild chile) stuffed with seasoned ground meat (beef or pork), sometimes with a…
16 net22 total6 fibre45 protein48 fat650 kcal
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Guisado de Flor de Izote con Huevo y Queso (Keto-Modificado)
Izote Flower Stew with Egg and Cheese (Keto-Modified)
A uniquely Guatemalan stew featuring delicate izote flowers (edible palm flowers) simmered in a light, savory …
16 net22 total6 fibre50 protein59 fat800 kcal
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Pepián de Pollo (Keto, No Potatoes)
Chicken Stew with Roasted Spices and Chayote (No Potatoes)
An iconic, rich, and complex chicken stew featuring a dark, flavorful sauce made from heavily roasted tomatoes…
16 net22 total6 fibre60 protein48 fat700 kcal
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Pollo a la Plancha con Vegetales Asados y Aguacate
Grilled Chicken with Grilled Vegetables and Avocado
A large, tender grilled chicken breast or thigh, simply seasoned and cooked on the griddle until perfectly don…
16 net35 total19 fibre75 protein59 fat890 kcal
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Keto Pepián de Pollo (sin espesantes ni guarniciones con almidón)
Keto Modified Chicken Stew with Pepita and Sesame Seed Sauce
A rich, complex chicken stew made with roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, chiles, and a blend of ground pepita and …
17 net25 total8 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
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Pepián de Pollo (Keto Chicken Stew, No Rice/Tortillas)
Traditional Chicken Pepián Stew (Keto Version)
A rich, thick, and mildly spicy chicken stew, considered a national dish of Guatemala. It's made with roasted …
17 net25 total8 fibre60 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Pepián de Pollo (Keto Modificado)
Chicken Pepián Stew with Keto Vegetables
A rich, flavorful chicken stew simmered in a complex sauce made from roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, chiles, and…
17 net25 total8 fibre55 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Subanik (Keto)
Keto Three-Meat Spicy Stew
A festive and complex stew often featuring three types of meat (pork, chicken, and beef) in a deeply flavored,…
17 net28 total11 fibre60 protein50 fat720 kcal
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Subanik (Keto-Friendly)
Keto Celebratory Meat Stew
A grand, celebratory stew featuring three types of meat – chicken, pork, and beef – simmered in a rich, deeply…
17 net26 total9 fibre80 protein60 fat900 kcal
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Subanik (Keto Modified, No Masa)
Keto Pork and Chicken Stew
A grand ceremonial stew, 'Subanik' traditionally means 'cooked in banana leaves' (though not always served tha…
17 net26 total9 fibre68 protein78 fat1020 kcal
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Subanik (Keto, sin espesantes)
Keto Indigenous Pork, Turkey & Beef Stew (No Thickeners)
A traditional indigenous stew, famously complex and celebratory, often featuring a blend of pork, turkey, and …
17 net25 total8 fibre75 protein90 fat1100 kcal
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Pulique de Pollo (Keto-Modified)
Chicken Pulique Stew (Keto-Modified, No Rice/Tortillas)
A traditional Kakchiquel Mayan chicken stew, characterized by its mild, yellowish, and slightly thickened sauc…
18 net26 total8 fibre52 protein50 fat730 kcal
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Pepián de Pollo (Keto Stew)
Keto Chicken Pepian Stew
A rich, hearty, and mildly spicy Guatemalan stew featuring tender chicken slow-cooked in a complex sauce made …
20 net29 total9 fibre58 protein78 fat980 kcal
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Subanik (Keto Three-Meat Stew)
Keto Three-Meat Stew (No Masa)
A ceremonial and complex stew combining chicken, pork, and beef in a deep, spicy red sauce made from a variety…
22 net32 total10 fibre65 protein85 fat1050 kcal