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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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Pescado Frito Entero (Keto, Sin Acompañamientos)
Whole Fried Fish (Keto, No Sides)
A whole fish (e.g., Red Snapper, Tilapia) deep-fried until crispy golden brown, seasoned simply with salt and …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
1 net2 total1 fibre80 protein65 fat900 kcal
Tripas Fritas
Crispy Fried Beef Intestines (served as a plate)
Beef intestines meticulously cleaned, boiled until tender, then fried until crispy and golden. A texture and f…
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1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
Cabrito al Pastor
Roasted Goat Meat (Keto, No Sides)
Young goat slow-roasted on a spit (al pastor style), often marinated simply with lime, salt, and spices, resul…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
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…
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2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Tuétano Asado (con Guarnición Keto)
Roasted Bone Marrow (with Keto Sides)
Beef bone marrow roasted until tender and spoonable, often seasoned simply with salt and pepper. It's an incre…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
3 net5 total2 fibre20 protein70 fat700 kcal
Chamorro de Cerdo (Keto)
Braised Pork Shank (Keto)
Slow-braised pork shank, cooked until incredibly tender and falling off the bone, often seasoned simply with h…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre75 protein55 fat800 kcal
Costillas de Puerco Ahumadas (Dry Rubbed)
Smoked Pork Ribs (with Keto Sides)
Slow-smoked pork ribs, typically seasoned with a savory dry rub and cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender. A r…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
4 net6 total2 fibre70 protein75 fat900 kcal
Cabrito Asado (Keto)
Roasted Kid Goat (with Keto Sides)
Young goat (kid) slow-roasted until exceptionally tender, often simply seasoned with salt and spices to highli…
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5 net8 total3 fibre100 protein75 fat1100 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…
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5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein65 fat800 kcal
Codorniz Asada (Keto)
Grilled Quail (with Keto Sides)
Whole or half quail marinated in simple spices (often citrus, garlic, herbs) and grilled until tender and slig…
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5 net7 total2 fibre65 protein50 fat700 kcal
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…
Ask for a tweakLow Carb Side
5 net10 total5 fibre20 protein25 fat350 kcal
Sesos Guisados (Keto, sin Tortilla)
Braised Beef Brains (Keto, served with a lettuce wrap option)
Tender beef brains braised in a savory, aromatic sauce, typically made with tomatoes, onions, and chiles. A ri…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
5 net7 total2 fibre40 protein65 fat780 kcal
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Panza de Cerdo Asada
Slow-Roasted Pork Belly (Keto)
Thick cuts of succulent pork belly, seasoned simply and slow-roasted until the meat is incredibly tender and t…
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1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein90 fat1000 kcal
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Sesos de Cabrito a la Plancha
Grilled Goat Brains (Keto)
Goat brains, a traditional delicacy, lightly seasoned and grilled until tender, often served with a simple squ…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
1 net1 total0 fibre25 protein45 fat500 kcal
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Carnitas de Res
Braised & Crisped Beef (Keto, without Tortillas)
Beef pieces slow-cooked until tender, then lightly crisped, mimicking the rich texture and flavor of tradition…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein70 fat850 kcal
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Fritada de Cerdo (Keto, Sin Tortillas)
Crispy Fried Pork Chunks (Keto, No Tortillas)
Succulent pork chunks cooked in their own rendered fat until deeply golden and crispy, seasoned simply. A rust…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
2 net3 total1 fibre65 protein75 fat900 kcal
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Mollejas de Puerco a la Plancha
Grilled Pork Sweetbreads (Keto)
Delicately prepared pork sweetbreads (thymus gland), seasoned and grilled until golden brown and tender, offer…
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2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Sesos de Res Fritos (Keto, sin Tortillas)
Pan-Fried Beef Brains (Keto, No Tortillas)
Delicately prepared beef brains, pan-fried until slightly crispy on the exterior while remaining creamy inside…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre25 protein68 fat720 kcal
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Cabeza de Res al Vapor (Keto, Sin Tortillas)
Steamed Beef Head Meat Platter (Keto, No Tortillas)
Tender, juicy cuts of beef head meat (cheeks, lips, tongue if available) slow-steamed until incredibly soft an…
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3 net5 total2 fibre58 protein60 fat750 kcal
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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…
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3 net5 total2 fibre70 protein75 fat950 kcal
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Codorniz al Carbón
Charcoal-Grilled Quail (Keto)
Whole quails, typically split and marinated in a savory mixture of garlic, lime, and aromatic spices, then exp…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein30 fat500 kcal
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Conejo al Ajillo (Keto, Sin Guarnición de Carbos)
Garlic Rabbit (Keto, No Carb Sides)
Tender pieces of rabbit cooked in copious amounts of olive oil with sliced garlic, dried chiles (like guajillo…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre65 protein48 fat700 kcal
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Costillas de Chivo Asadas (Keto)
Roasted Goat Ribs (Keto)
Flavorful goat ribs, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, garlic, and herbs, then slow-roasted or grilled until …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre68 protein70 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Costillas de Puerco Fritas
Crispy Fried Pork Ribs (Keto)
Pork ribs, typically individual sections, seasoned and deep-fried or pan-fried until incredibly crispy and wel…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
3 net5 total2 fibre65 protein70 fat900 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…
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3 net6 total3 fibre35 protein48 fat600 kcal
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Lengua de Res Estofada (Keto)
Braised Beef Tongue (Keto-Modified)
Tender, slow-braised beef tongue, cooked until incredibly soft. While often served in a sauce or with tortilla…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
3 net5 total2 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Buche de Puerco a la Plancha (Keto)
Grilled Pork Stomach Platter (Keto)
Succulent pork stomach, slow-cooked until tender then grilled to a slight crisp. Served as a protein platter w…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
4 net6 total2 fibre58 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Carnitas de Res (Keto-Modified, Sin Tortilla)
Crispy Shredded Beef (No Tortilla)
Slow-cooked beef, typically brisket or chuck, then shredded and fried until crispy. This keto version is serve…
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4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Chicharrón de Jaiba (Keto, Solo Carne)
Crispy Fried Crab Meat (Keto, Meat Only)
Delectable fried crab meat, prepared to a crispy texture resembling chicharrón, often a delicacy from coastal …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein45 fat580 kcal
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Chorizo Verde con Huevo (Keto, Sin Tortillas)
Green Chorizo with Scrambled Eggs (Keto, No Tortillas)
A vibrant green chorizo, typically made with poblano chiles, cilantro, and various spices, pan-fried and then …
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein65 fat780 kcal
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Codito de Cerdo Estofado (Keto, Sin Papa ni Arroz)
Braised Pork Hock (Keto, No Potatoes or Rice)
Slowly braised pork hock (codillo), rich in collagen, succulent meat, and deep flavor, simmered in a savory, a…
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4 net6 total2 fibre60 protein68 fat850 kcal
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Codorniz Rellena de Chorizo y Queso (Keto, Sin Capear)
Quail Stuffed with Chorizo and Cheese (Keto, Not Breaded)
A whole quail deboned and generously stuffed with a savory mixture of spicy Mexican chorizo and melted cheese …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Filete de Res a la Mostaza
Beef Fillet with Mustard Sauce (Keto Sides)
A tender cut of beef fillet (e.g., sirloin, tenderloin), pan-seared or grilled to your preferred doneness, and…
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4 net6 total2 fibre50 protein60 fat750 kcal
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Mollejas de Res a la Plancha (Keto)
Grilled Beef Sweetbreads Platter (Keto)
Tender and fatty beef sweetbreads (thymus gland) seasoned and grilled until slightly crispy. Served as a platt…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
4 net7 total3 fibre55 protein75 fat850 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…
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4 net6 total2 fibre35 protein25 fat380 kcal
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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…
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4 net8 total4 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Pescado Entero al Mojo de Ajo (Keto, sin Guarnición)
Whole Fish in Garlic Sauce (Keto, No Sides)
A whole fish (e.g., red snapper, mojarra) deeply scored and either fried or baked, then generously topped with…
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4 net5 total1 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
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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…
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4 net7 total3 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
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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 …
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4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
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Tripas a la Plancha (Keto, Sin Tortillas)
Grilled Tripe Platter (Keto, No Tortillas)
Crispy, savory beef tripe, seasoned and grilled until deeply caramelized. Served as a platter with fresh cilan…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
4 net6 total2 fibre55 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Venado Asado con Nopales Asados (Keto)
Roasted Venison with Grilled Cactus (Keto)
Tender cuts of venison, simply seasoned and slow-roasted to perfection, preserving its unique gamey flavor. Se…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
4 net10 total6 fibre70 protein35 fat600 kcal
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Almejas al Vapor
Steamed Clams (Keto, Garlic and Cilantro)
Fresh clams steamed open in a flavorful broth, typically with garlic, cilantro, and a touch of white wine or l…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
5 net5 total0 fibre30 protein20 fat350 kcal
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Borrego al Horno
Roasted Lamb Platter (Keto)
Tender, slow-roasted lamb, typically a leg or shoulder, seasoned simply with herbs, garlic, and salt until suc…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
5 net8 total3 fibre75 protein55 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Brochetas de Pollo y Tocino
Chicken and Bacon Skewers (with Keto Vegetables)
Flavorful skewers loaded with succulent chunks of chicken breast, generously wrapped in crispy bacon, and gril…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein55 fat720 kcal
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Caldo Xochitl
Chicken and Avocado Broth (Keto)
A comforting, clear chicken broth with tender shredded chicken, diced avocado, chopped onion, and cilantro. Tr…
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5 net10 total5 fibre35 protein28 fat400 kcal
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Carne Seca Asada (Keto)
Grilled Dried Beef (Keto, with Fresh Salsa and Avocado)
Thin strips of dried beef, rehydrated and grilled or pan-fried for a savory and chewy texture. Served simply w…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
5 net10 total5 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Carnitas de Pollo
Crispy Braised Chicken Pieces (Keto-Style)
Tender chicken pieces (often thighs and legs for flavor) slow-cooked in their own fat or lard until succulent,…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein55 fat750 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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Chorizo Seco Frito con Huevos Estrellados y Aguacate (Keto)
Fried Cured Chorizo with Fried Eggs and Avocado
Crispy fried slices of Mexican cured chorizo (chorizo seco), paired with perfectly fried sunny-side-up eggs an…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
5 net10 total5 fibre45 protein70 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Costillas de Puerco Asadas
Roasted Pork Ribs (with Keto Sides)
Tender, succulent pork ribs, simply seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic, then slow-roasted or grilled to pe…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein75 fat900 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…
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5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein30 fat450 kcal
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Huachinango a la Sal (Plato Keto con Espárragos Asados)
Red Snapper Baked in Salt Crust (Keto Plate with Roasted Asparagus)
A whole red snapper baked to perfection within a crust of sea salt, which infuses the fish with incredible fla…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein40 fat700 kcal
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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…
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5 net8 total3 fibre28 protein38 fat480 kcal
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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 (…
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5 net7 total2 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
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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 …
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5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein38 fat600 kcal
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Queso Panela Asado con Rajas de Poblano (Keto, sin Tortillas)
Grilled Panela Cheese with Roasted Poblano Strips (Keto, No Tortillas)
Slices of firm, fresh panela cheese grilled until tender and slightly browned, served alongside strips of roas…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
5 net8 total3 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Rinonada de Res a la Plancha (Keto, sin Guarnición de Carbos)
Grilled Beef Kidney Platter (Keto, with Low-Carb Sides)
Beef kidney slices seasoned simply and grilled to perfection, often served with grilled onions and chiles. Req…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
5 net8 total3 fibre40 protein32 fat480 kcal
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Sesos a la Mexicana (Keto)
Mexican-Style Beef Brains (Keto)
Beef brains sautéed with a classic 'A la Mexicana' preparation of fresh tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños. A ric…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
5 net8 total3 fibre25 protein70 fat750 kcal
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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…
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5 net9 total4 fibre10 protein20 fat280 kcal