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Mexican keto guide

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Mexican food
435 dishes132 keto as served129 with a photo

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.

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Huazontles con Queso (Sin Capear)
Sautéed Huazontles with Cheese (No Breading)
A traditional Mexican plant (Chenopodium nuttalliae), similar to broccoli florets, sautéed with onions and gar…
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5 net10 total5 fibre20 protein25 fat350 kcal
Sopa de Nopales (Keto-Modified)
Cactus Soup (Keto, without Starchy Vegetables)
A light and flavorful broth-based soup featuring tender nopales (cactus paddles), often with tomatoes, onions,…
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7 net12 total5 fibre8 protein15 fat200 kcal
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Chiles en Vinagre
Pickled Jalapeños and Vegetables (Keto)
A popular condiment featuring jalapeño peppers, onions, and sometimes a minimal amount of carrots, pickled in …
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5 net8 total3 fibre1 protein1 fat50 kcal
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Sopa de Flor de Jamaica (Keto, Sin Azúcar)
Hibiscus Flower Soup (Keto, Sugar-Free)
A unique and tangy soup made from hibiscus flowers, often prepared savory with a hint of spice, and modified t…
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6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein15 fat200 kcal
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Verdolagas en Chile Verde
Purslane in Green Chile Sauce (Vegetarian Keto Side)
Fresh purslane (verdolagas) simmered in a vibrant, tangy green tomatillo and chile sauce. This can be served a…
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6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
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Sopa Cremosa de Champiñones
Creamy Mushroom Soup (Keto)
A luxurious and comforting soup made with an abundance of fresh mushrooms, savory chicken or vegetable broth, …
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7 net10 total3 fibre10 protein35 fat400 kcal
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Sopa de Flor de Calabaza con Huitlacoche (Keto Modificada)
Zucchini Blossom and Huitlacoche Soup (Keto Modified)
A light and earthy clear broth soup highlighting delicate zucchini blossoms and savory huitlacoche (corn smut)…
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7 net10 total3 fibre5 protein15 fat180 kcal
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Salsa Fresca / Pico de Gallo
Fresh Tomato and Jalapeño Salsa (Keto)
A vibrant, uncooked salsa made from diced fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños, seasoned with lime …
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8 net12 total4 fibre2 protein1 fat80 kcal
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Huauzontles con Queso en Salsa Roja (Sin Capear)
Huauzontle and Cheese in Red Sauce (Unbattered)
Florets of huauzontle (a native Mexican edible plant) filled with cheese, simmered in a savory, mild red chile…
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9 net15 total6 fibre25 protein30 fat450 kcal
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Romeritos en Mole (Keto, Sin Tortitas ni Papas)
Seepweed in Mole Sauce (Keto, Without Shrimp Patties or Potatoes)
A festive Mexican dish featuring romeritos (seepweed) cooked in a rich, savory mole sauce, traditionally prepa…
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10 net15 total5 fibre15 protein35 fat450 kcal