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.
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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
Escamoles a la Mantequilla (Keto)
Mexican Caviar (Ant Larvae) in Butter (Keto)
A pre-Hispanic delicacy, ant larvae sautéed in butter with epazote, onion, and serrano chile. They have a deli…
5 net7 total2 fibre30 protein45 fat550 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
Ensalada de Camarones (Keto)
Keto Shrimp Salad
A refreshing salad made with cooked shrimp, diced avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, and serrano pepper, dresse…
7 net12 total5 fibre35 protein40 fat550 kcal
Ensalada de Nopales (Keto con Queso y Aguacate)
Keto Cactus Salad (with Cheese and Avocado)
A refreshing and unique salad made from tender cooked nopales (cactus paddles), typically mixed with diced tom…
7 net15 total8 fibre15 protein35 fat450 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
Pescado al Horno con Verduras (Keto)
Baked Fish with Keto Vegetables
A whole fish or fillet baked with a medley of low-carb vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, onion, tomat…
8 net12 total4 fibre50 protein35 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
Calabacitas con Puerco (Keto)
Zucchini and Pork Stew (Keto)
A hearty stew featuring diced zucchini (calabacitas), tender chunks of pork, often cooked with tomatoes, onion…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein40 fat600 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
Camarones Rancheros (Sin Tortillas)
Ranchero Style Shrimp (with Keto Sides)
Shrimp cooked in a vibrant, savory ranchero sauce made from tomatoes, onions, jalapeños or serrano peppers, an…
11 net15 total4 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
Mole de Olla de Res (Keto, Sin Verduras con Almidón)
Beef and Vegetable Stew (Keto, No Starchy Vegetables)
A hearty, rustic beef stew with tender chunks of beef and a rich, spicy broth infused with various chilies, he…
12 net18 total6 fibre55 protein40 fat650 kcal
Pollo en Mole Poblano
Chicken in Mole Poblano (Keto, without Rice or Tortillas)
Succulent chicken bathed in a rich, complex mole poblano sauce, a traditional blend of chiles, spices, nuts, s…
12 net18 total6 fibre60 protein75 fat950 kcal
Fajitas (Steak, Chicken, or Shrimp)
Grilled Sizzling Strips
Strips of grilled meat (steak, chicken, or shrimp) and colorful vegetables (bell peppers, onions), served sizz…
13 net20 total7 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Hígado a la Mexicana (Keto, Sin Papa)
Mexican Style Liver with Vegetables (Keto, No Potato)
Pan-fried beef liver strips cooked with sautéed onions, tomatoes, and jalapeños (or serrano peppers) in a savo…
14 net18 total4 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
Chiles en Nogada (Keto-Modified)
Keto Stuffed Poblano Peppers with Walnut Cream Sauce
Roasted poblano peppers stuffed with a savory picadillo (minced meat, keto nuts, spices) and topped with a cre…
17 net25 total8 fibre60 protein75 fat950 kcal
Pescado a la Veracruzana
Veracruz Style Fish (Keto, No Rice)
White fish fillet (such as snapper or cod) simmered in a vibrant sauce made with tomatoes, olives, capers, oni…
17 net20 total3 fibre60 protein25 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Chicharrón de Pulpo
Crispy Fried Octopus
Tender octopus tentacles, first slow-cooked or braised to soften, then seasoned and deep-fried until crispy, m…
3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein50 fat650 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
Langosta a la Mantequilla (Plato Keto con Espárragos Asados)
Lobster in Butter (Keto Plate with Roasted Asparagus)
Fresh lobster cooked simply with rich butter and garlic, highlighting the natural sweetness of the seafood. Se…
3 net5 total2 fibre40 protein45 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
Salpicón de Jaiba
Shredded Crab Salad
A refreshing cold salad made with succulent shredded crab meat, typically mixed with finely diced tomatoes, on…
5 net10 total5 fibre35 protein35 fat500 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
Chiles Gueritos Rellenos de Mariscos
Seafood-Stuffed Yellow Peppers (Bacon-Wrapped)
Mild yellow 'Guerito' peppers, gently roasted or blanched, then generously stuffed with a savory mixture of se…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Chiles Poblanos Asados con Queso
Grilled Poblano Peppers with Melted Cheese
Whole poblano peppers, blistered and peeled, then grilled and topped with a generous layer of melted cheese (t…
6 net10 total4 fibre25 protein35 fat450 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
Filete de Res a la Pimienta
Peppered Beef Fillet with Keto Sides
A tender cut of beef fillet (e.g., tenderloin), pan-seared to your preferred doneness and coated in a rich, cr…
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein60 fat780 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
Pechuga de Pollo Rellena de Chorizo y Queso (Keto)
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Chorizo and Cheese (Keto)
Juicy chicken breast butterflied and filled with a savory mixture of spicy Mexican chorizo and melted cheeses …
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein55 fat780 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
Pescado al Cilantro con Calabacitas
Fish in Cilantro Sauce with Zucchini
A fresh white fish fillet (e.g., tilapia, snapper) pan-seared or baked and served with a vibrant, fresh cilant…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein40 fat550 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