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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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20 matching dishes

Mollejas de Res Salteadas (Keto)
Sautéed Beef Sweetbreads (Keto)
Pan-fried or sautéed beef sweetbreads (thymus gland) seasoned simply with salt and pepper, often served with l…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein65 fat780 kcal
Machitos de Chivo Asados
Grilled Goat Intestines (Keto)
A flavorful and rich dish of grilled goat intestines, often wrapped around specific glands or organs. They are…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net5 total2 fibre55 protein70 fat850 kcal
Chicharrón Platter con Salsa Fresca y Aguacate
Pork Rind Platter with Fresh Salsa and Avocado
A generous platter of crispy, seasoned pork rinds (chicharrón) served with fresh pico de gallo or salsa verde …
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net8 total4 fibre35 protein55 fat650 kcal
Sesos a la Mantequilla
Butter-Fried Beef Brains (with Keto Sides)
Tender beef brains, lightly seasoned and pan-fried or sautéed generously in butter and garlic, often served wi…
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net5 total1 fibre25 protein65 fat700 kcal
Sopa de Médula
Bone Marrow Soup (Keto)
A rich and savory broth made from beef bones, deeply flavored, with generous portions of luscious, gelatinous …
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net5 total1 fibre25 protein50 fat600 kcal
Camarones al Mojo de Ajo
Garlic Shrimp
Succulent shrimp sautéed in a generous amount of butter and garlic, often with a hint of lime and cilantro. Th…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net6 total1 fibre55 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Chicharrón de Ribeye
Crispy Fried Ribeye Pieces
Thick-cut ribeye steak, cubed and deep-fried until gloriously crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. …
Order as-isHigh Fat
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
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Mollejas de Cordero a la Plancha
Grilled Lamb Sweetbreads
Rich and tender lamb sweetbreads, pan-seared or grilled to a delicate crispness. A highly prized delicacy know…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Chicharrón de Queso
Crispy Cheese "Chicharrón"
A naturally keto dish made by cooking a slice of cheese (typically Oaxaca or Monterey Jack) on a hot griddle u…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein55 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Costra de Queso
Grilled Cheese Crust
A crispy, savory 'crust' formed by grilling a thin layer of cheese (typically Oaxaca or Monterey Jack) directl…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein33 fat450 kcal
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Jumiles a la Mantequilla
Jumil Stink Bugs Sautéed in Butter
An exotic and authentic Mexican delicacy featuring crunchy jumil insects, typically from the state of Guerrero…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net5 total2 fibre20 protein40 fat450 kcal
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Chicharrón de Res (Keto)
Crispy Fried Beef Belly (Keto, with Fresh Salsa)
Chunks of fatty beef belly (or other suitable cuts) slow-cooked until tender, then fried in its own rendered f…
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net7 total3 fibre60 protein85 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Chorizo Verde Platter
Green Chorizo Platter with Keto Sides
Traditional Tolucan green chorizo, a distinct variety made with pork, poblano peppers, cilantro, various herbs…
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net8 total4 fibre35 protein68 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Caldo de Chicharrón
Pork Rind Broth
A light and flavorful broth made by simmering pork rinds (chicharrón) with minimal tomato, onion, and cilantro…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net8 total3 fibre20 protein40 fat480 kcal
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Cazuelita de Hongos y Queso
Mushroom and Cheese Skillet (Keto)
A sizzling skillet of mixed mushrooms (cremini, oyster, shiitake) sautéed with garlic, epazote, and then toppe…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net8 total3 fibre25 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Chicharrón de Cachete (Keto)
Crispy Pork Cheek Chicharrón Platter (Keto)
Crispy, melt-in-your-mouth pork cheek chicharrón, slow-rendered and fried until golden and crunchy. Served wit…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net9 total4 fibre45 protein85 fat900 kcal
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Chiles Chipotle Rellenos de Queso y Tocino (Sin Capear)
Chipotle Peppers Stuffed with Cheese and Bacon (No Breading)
Smoky, rehydrated chipotle peppers carefully stuffed with a rich, savory mixture of melted cheeses and crispy …
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net8 total3 fibre25 protein40 fat500 kcal
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Chistorra con Champiñones
Grilled Chistorra Sausage with Sautéed Mushrooms
A flavorful and rustic dish featuring Spanish-style chistorra sausage, traditionally made from minced pork and…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net7 total2 fibre30 protein70 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Chuletitas de Cordero a la Plancha
Grilled Lamb Chops with Keto Vegetables
Tender lamb chops, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and garlic, then grilled to perfection to achieve a juic…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein58 fat700 kcal
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Pato Confitado Estilo Michoacán
Michoacán-Style Duck Confit (Keto)
Crispy-skinned, tender duck leg confited in its own fat, Michoacán-style, often seasoned simply with salt and …
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein95 fat1100 kcal