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.
14 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
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