Mexican keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Mexican cuisine is highly adaptable for keto by focusing on grilled meats and fresh toppings while avoiding core starches.
Top ingredients
Grilled meats (carne asada, pollo asado), cheese, avocado, crema, salsa verde, onions, cilantro, and radishes are excellent keto staples.
Danger zones
Explicitly avoid corn tortillas, flour tortillas, rice, all beans, sugary marinades (e.g., some al pastor), and sweet beverages like horchata.
Best for
This cuisine works best for keto dieters prioritizing high protein and can easily be modified for higher fat intake with added cheese, avocado, and sour cream.
What to drink
Drinks you will see at Mexican restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.
Order these
- KetoMineral Water with Lime agua mineral con limón · 1g net carbs as usually served
- Ask firstCucumber Lime Water agua de pepino con limón · 20g net carbs as usually servedAsk for it 'sin azúcar' (no sugar). Places that blend to order can usually do it.
- Ask firstChia Lime Water agua de chía con limón · 20g net carbs as usually servedAsk for it 'sin azúcar'.
- Ask firstGreen Juice jugo verde · 20g net carbs as usually servedAsk for it 'sin piña, sin naranja' (no pineapple, no orange) so it's mostly cactus, celery, cucumber and parsley.
- Ask firstSparkling Limeade limonada mineral · 25g net carbs as usually servedAsk for it 'sin azúcar' and add extra lime.
Skip these
- SkipPot Coffee café de olla · 18g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order café americano instead.
- SkipTepache · 25g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order agua mineral con limón instead.
- SkipFruit Agua Fresca agua fresca de fruta · 28g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order agua mineral con limón instead.
- SkipHibiscus Water agua de jamaica · 30g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order agua mineral con limón instead.
- SkipMexican Hot Chocolate chocolate caliente · 30g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order café americano with cream instead.
- SkipAtole · 30g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order café americano instead.
- SkipTamarind Water agua de tamarindo · 35g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order agua mineral con limón instead.
- SkipMexican Fruit Soda refresco de sabor · 37g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order agua mineral con limón instead.
- SkipChampurrado · 40g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order café americano with cream instead.
- SkipFruit Milk Smoothie licuado · 45g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order café americano with a splash of milk instead.
- SkipHorchata · 50g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order agua mineral con limón instead.
- SkipTejuino · 50g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order agua mineral con limón instead.
58 matching dishes
Suadero
Rose Meat/Brisket served in Lettuce Wraps or Cheese Shells (served as a plate)
A unique cut of beef, often from the lower brisket or flank, characterized by its tender texture and rich flav…
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Codorniz al Mojo de Ajo
Quail in Garlic Butter Sauce (Keto, with Low-Carb Sides)
Whole quail pan-fried or gently braised in a flavorful sauce rich with garlic, butter, and a hint of lime. The…
5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein65 fat800 kcal
Birria de Res
Spiced Beef Stew
A savory and slightly spicy beef stew, slow-cooked until incredibly tender in a rich broth made from dried chi…
6 net9 total3 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
Flor de Calabaza Rellena (Sin Capear)
Stuffed Squash Blossoms with Cheese (Unbattered)
Delicate squash blossoms (flor de calabaza) stuffed with melted cheese (typically Oaxaca or Manchego), often s…
6 net10 total4 fibre30 protein40 fat500 kcal
Huevos con Salsa Roja y Aguacate (Estilo Ranchero)
Ranch-Style Eggs with Spicy Salsa and Avocado
Two fried or scrambled eggs smothered in a vibrant, mildly spicy ranchero-style red salsa, served alongside fr…
6 net12 total6 fibre18 protein38 fat450 kcal
Caldo de Res
Beef Soup
A hearty and flavorful beef soup, rich with tender chunks of beef and a clear, well-seasoned broth. Typically …
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
Pescado Tikin Xic (con Guarnición Keto)
Yucatán Style Baked Fish (Banana Leaf Wrapped, with Keto Sides)
A traditional dish from the Yucatán Peninsula, featuring a whole fish or fillet marinated in achiote paste, so…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
Rajas de Poblano con Huevo
Poblano Strips with Scrambled Eggs
A comforting and simple dish featuring strips of roasted poblano peppers sautéed with onions and then mixed wi…
7 net12 total5 fibre28 protein45 fat550 kcal
Pollo Pibil
Yucatecan Achiote Chicken (Keto, without Rice or Tortillas)
Slow-cooked chicken marinated in a vibrant achiote paste with citrus juices, garlic, and spices, wrapped in ba…
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
Costillas en Salsa Roja (Keto)
Pork Ribs in Red Chile Sauce (Keto)
Tender pork ribs slow-cooked in a rich, savory red chile sauce made from dried chiles, garlic, and spices. Usu…
9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Pollo en Salsa Verde (Keto, sin Arroz ni Tortillas)
Chicken in Green Tomatillo Sauce (Keto, without Rice or Tortillas)
Tender chicken pieces simmered in a vibrant, tangy green tomatillo sauce with serrano peppers, cilantro, and o…
9 net12 total3 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Puerco con Salsa Keto Pipian Rojo
Pork in Keto Red Pipian Sauce
Hearty pork chunks braised in a flavorful red pipian sauce, typically made from roasted tomatoes, red chiles, …
9 net14 total5 fibre48 protein39 fat580 kcal
Albóndigas en Salsa (Keto, Sin Arroz)
Meatballs in Sauce (Keto, No Rice)
Savory meatballs (traditionally beef or a pork/beef mix) simmered in a rich, often tomato-based, chili-infused…
10 net14 total4 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Keto Pozole de Puerco (con Coliflor)
Keto Pork Pozole (with Cauliflower, no Hominy)
A comforting, savory stew featuring slow-cooked pork in a rich, chile-infused broth, with cauliflower florets …
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein55 fat750 kcal
Pollo con Salsa Keto Pipian Verde
Chicken in Keto Green Pipian Sauce
Tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich and earthy green pipian sauce made from roasted tomatillos, various g…
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein38 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Chuletas de Res a la Plancha (Keto, Sin Guarnición de Carbos)
Grilled Beef Chops (Keto, with Low-Carb Sides)
Juicy beef chops (e.g., short loin or rib chops) seasoned simply and grilled to perfection. Served as a keto p…
3 net5 total2 fibre70 protein75 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Huevos Estrellados con Queso Panela Asado y Aguacate (Keto, Sin Tortillas)
Fried Eggs with Grilled Panela Cheese and Avocado (Keto, No Tortillas)
Perfectly fried eggs served sunny-side up or over easy, accompanied by generous slices of grilled panela chees…
3 net6 total3 fibre35 protein48 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Pata en Vinagreta
Pickled Cow's Feet Salad (Keto)
Tender, gelatinous cow's feet, typically simmered until soft and then chilled and marinated in a piquant vinai…
4 net6 total2 fibre35 protein25 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Empanizado con Harina de Almendras (Keto-Modified)
Keto-Breaded Pan-Fried Fish
A white fish fillet (e.g., tilapia, snapper, cod) coated in a seasoned almond flour breading and pan-fried unt…
4 net8 total4 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Horneado con Hierbas y Limón
Baked Fish with Herbs and Lemon (Keto Sides)
A fresh, flaky white fish fillet (such as huachinango or snapper) baked to perfection with a generous amount o…
4 net7 total3 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Pollo al Mojo de Ajo (Keto, sin Arroz ni Tortillas)
Garlic Butter Chicken (Keto, no Rice or Tortillas)
Tender chicken pieces (often breast or thigh) pan-seared or grilled and then bathed in a rich, aromatic sauce …
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Caldo Xochitl
Chicken and Avocado Broth (Keto)
A comforting, clear chicken broth with tender shredded chicken, diced avocado, chopped onion, and cilantro. Tr…
5 net10 total5 fibre35 protein28 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada de Atún a la Mexicana (Keto)
Mexican Tuna Salad (Keto)
A flavorful tuna salad prepared 'a la Mexicana' style with fresh diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeñ…
5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Huevos Revueltos al Ajo y Guajillo (Keto)
Scrambled Eggs with Garlic and Guajillo Chile (Keto)
A simple yet flavorful breakfast of scrambled eggs infused with sautéed garlic and thinly sliced guajillo chil…
5 net8 total3 fibre28 protein38 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Lengua en Escabeche (Keto, Sin Guarnición de Carbos)
Pickled Beef Tongue (Keto, No Carb Sides)
Tender, thinly sliced beef tongue that has been cooked and then marinated in a tangy vinegar-based escabeche (…
5 net7 total2 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Mixiotes de Pollo (Keto, Sin Verduras con Almidón)
Steamed Chicken in Maguey Leaves (Keto, No Starchy Vegetables)
Tender chicken pieces marinated in a mild red chile sauce (typically guajillo and ancho), then slowly steamed …
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein38 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Sopa de Hongos con Epazote (Keto-Modified)
Mushroom and Epazote Soup (Keto-Modified)
A comforting broth-based soup featuring various mushrooms (e.g., cremini, oyster, shiitake) and fragrant epazo…
5 net9 total4 fibre10 protein20 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Chiles Gueritos Rellenos de Carne Molida (Keto, Sin Capear)
Stuffed Yellow Chiles with Ground Beef (Keto, Unbattered)
Mild yellow 'güerito' chiles (or caribe chiles) roasted and peeled, then generously stuffed with seasoned grou…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Chilorio de Pescado
Flaked Fish in Ancho Chile Sauce (Keto-Friendly)
A regional specialty, featuring tender, flaked white fish (traditionally mackerel or cod) cooked slowly in a r…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein38 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Guisado de Chiles Serranos con Carne de Res
Beef Stew with Serrano Peppers (Keto)
Tender chunks of beef (often chuck or round) simmered in a vibrant and spicy green sauce, primarily made from …
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Huevos con Machaca de Cerdo
Scrambled Eggs with Shredded Pork Machaca (Keto)
A hearty and flavorful breakfast or brunch dish featuring scrambled eggs mixed with savory, dried, and shredde…
6 net9 total3 fibre40 protein55 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Tamal de Coliflor Relleno de Cerdo
Cauliflower 'Tamal' with Pork Filling
A keto-friendly interpretation of a traditional tamal, featuring a 'masa' made from cauliflower, cream cheese,…
6 net12 total6 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Medallones de Res con Salsa de Chipotle y Crema (Keto)
Beef Medallions with Chipotle Cream Sauce (Keto, without Rice or Potatoes)
Tender beef medallions (such as tenderloin) seared to your liking, served with a rich and spicy cream sauce in…
6 net10 total4 fibre65 protein75 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Mixiotes de Borrego
Lamb Mixiotes (Steamed Lamb in Adobo with Keto Sides)
Tender lamb, slow-steamed in an aromatic maguey leaf or parchment with a rich adobo sauce, chilies, and herbs.…
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Mixiotes de Pescado (Keto)
Steamed Fish in Maguey Leaves (Keto)
A delicate fish fillet, such as tilapia or snapper, marinated in a vibrant blend of dried chiles (like guajill…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein30 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Pancita de Res Guisada (Keto, Sin Papa ni Arroz)
Stewed Beef Tripe (Keto, No Potatoes or Rice)
Tender pieces of beef tripe slow-cooked in a rich, savory chile-based stew with aromatics like tomato, onion, …
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado a la Mostaza (Keto)
Fish in Mustard Sauce (Keto)
A fresh fish fillet (such as snapper or mahi-mahi) pan-seared or baked, then topped with a creamy and tangy sa…
6 net7 total1 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Puerco en Chile Seco (Keto, Sin Verduras con Almidón)
Pork in Dried Chile Sauce (Keto, No Starchy Vegetables)
Succulent chunks of pork slow-cooked in a rich, non-sweetened sauce made from rehydrated dried chiles (e.g., a…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein48 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Salpicón de Res (Ensalada Keto)
Shredded Beef Salad (Keto Salad)
A refreshing cold salad made with finely shredded, tender cooked beef, mixed with a vibrant dressing of lime j…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Buche de Cerdo Guisado en Chile Pasilla
Pork Stomach Stewed in Pasilla Chile (Keto, without Potatoes or Rice)
Tender pork buche (stomach) slow-cooked in a rich, smoky, and earthy sauce made from dried pasilla chiles, tom…
7 net12 total5 fibre40 protein58 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Conejo en Adobo
Rabbit in Adobo Sauce (Keto)
Tender rabbit meat slowly braised in a rich, smoky adobo sauce made from dried chiles, garlic, and spices. Pre…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein50 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Sopa de Lima (Keto-Modified)
Yucatán Lime Soup (Keto-Modified)
A vibrant and aromatic chicken broth-based soup from the Yucatán peninsula, known for its distinctive sour lim…
7 net10 total3 fibre35 protein28 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
Calabacitas Rellenas de Chorizo
Zucchini Stuffed with Chorizo and Cheese (Unbattered, Keto)
Zucchini halves hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of spicy Mexican chorizo, onions, garlic, and ch…
8 net12 total4 fibre40 protein55 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Camarones a la Veracruzana
Veracruz-Style Shrimp (Keto Modified)
Plump shrimp cooked in a traditional, vibrant tomato-based sauce with green olives, capers, onions, garlic, an…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein58 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Chilaquiles de Nopal con Pollo Deshebrado
Nopal Chilaquiles with Shredded Chicken (Keto)
A keto-friendly twist on the classic: grilled nopal (cactus paddle) strips are used in place of traditional to…
8 net15 total7 fibre58 protein60 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Codorniz en Pipian Verde
Quail in Green Pipian Sauce (Keto Modified)
Pan-seared quail exquisitely covered in a creamy, vibrant green pipian sauce made from toasted pumpkin seeds, …
8 net13 total5 fibre62 protein70 fat890 kcal
KAsoon
Huevos a la Mexicana
Scrambled Eggs Mexican Style (Keto)
A classic Mexican breakfast dish featuring scrambled eggs with diced tomatoes, onions, and serrano chilies. Se…
8 net12 total4 fibre35 protein55 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Milanesa de Res (Keto-Modified)
Keto Breaded Beef Steak (with Keto Salad and Avocado)
A classic Mexican dish of thinly pounded beef steak, prepared keto-style by breading with a mixture of almond …
8 net15 total7 fibre65 protein70 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Pato en Salsa Roja (Keto)
Duck in Red Chile Sauce (Keto)
Succulent duck meat, slow-cooked until tender, then simmered in a rich, savory red chile sauce made from a ble…
8 net14 total6 fibre45 protein65 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Verdolagas con Cerdo en Salsa Verde
Pork with Purslane in Green Sauce (Keto, without Sides)
A rustic and flavorful stew featuring tender pork chunks and fresh verdolagas (purslane) simmered in a tangy a…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Chayotes Rellenos de Chorizo (Sin Capear)
Chayote Stuffed with Chorizo (Unbreaded)
Tender chayote squash halves, cooked until soft, then filled with a rich and spicy mixture of crumbled chorizo…
9 net13 total4 fibre32 protein48 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Ejotes con Huevo en Salsa Roja (Keto)
Green Beans with Egg in Red Sauce (Keto)
A comforting home-style dish featuring tender green beans and scrambled eggs, simmered in a savory red tomato-…
9 net15 total6 fibre25 protein32 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Calabacitas Rellenas de Carne Molida (Keto, Sin Arroz)
Zucchini Stuffed with Ground Meat (Keto, No Rice)
Zucchini halves hollowed out and stuffed with seasoned ground meat (beef or pork), often mixed with a little c…
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Calabacitas Rellenas de Mariscos (Sin Capear)
Unbattered Zucchini Stuffed with Seafood and Cheese
Tender zucchini halves hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of finely chopped shrimp and other seafoo…
10 net15 total5 fibre40 protein38 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Chiles Poblanos Rellenos de Queso y Crema (Keto, Sin Capear)
Poblano Peppers Stuffed with Cheese and Cream (Keto, Unbattered)
Roasted poblano peppers generously filled with a blend of melted Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheeses, and a rich,…
10 net15 total5 fibre30 protein65 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Pipian Rojo con Res
Beef in Red Pipian Sauce (Keto Modified)
Slow-cooked beef chunks bathed in a rich, earthy red pipian sauce, traditionally made from ground pumpkin seed…
10 net17 total7 fibre75 protein76 fat990 kcal
KAsoon
Pollo Encacahuatado
Chicken in Peanut Sauce (Keto-Modified)
Tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, savory sauce primarily made from roasted peanuts, chiles (such as an…
10 net15 total5 fibre55 protein60 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Sopa Seca de Zucchini Fideos con Pollo (Keto)
Dry Zucchini Noodle Soup with Chicken (Keto)
A keto-friendly interpretation of the classic 'dry soup', featuring zucchini noodles (fideos) cooked in a savo…
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein35 fat550 kcal