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.
41 matching dishes
Chapulines con Ajo y Chile (Keto)
Garlic and Chili Grasshoppers (Keto)
Toasted or fried grasshoppers seasoned with garlic, lime, and chile (often chile de árbol or ancho). They offe…
3 net5 total2 fibre45 protein25 fat400 kcal
Calamares al Ajillo (Keto)
Garlic Squid (Keto)
Tender squid rings and tentacles quickly sautéed in olive oil with generous amounts of sliced garlic, dried ch…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
Ostiones Frescos
Fresh Oysters (Raw on the Half Shell)
Raw oysters served on the half shell, typically with lime and hot sauce. A pure, naturally keto seafood option…
6 net6 total0 fibre15 protein6 fat180 kcal
Pescado Empapelado (Keto)
Fish in Parchment Paper (Keto)
White fish fillet (e.g., tilapia, snapper) baked in parchment paper with fresh vegetables like bell peppers, o…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein25 fat400 kcal
Pulpo a las Brasas (Keto)
Grilled Octopus (Keto)
Tender octopus, often pre-cooked and then grilled over an open flame until slightly charred and smoky. Typical…
6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Lomo de Cerdo a la Plancha
Grilled Pork Loin
Tender slices of pork loin, simply seasoned with salt and pepper, then grilled on a hot griddle or pan. A lean…
0 net0 total0 fibre70 protein25 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Pechuga de Pollo a la Plancha
Plain Grilled Chicken Breast
A straightforward and healthy boneless, skinless chicken breast, lightly seasoned and grilled until tender and…
0 net0 total0 fibre68 protein20 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Chicharrón de Pescado (Keto)
Crispy Fried Fish Bites (Keto)
Succulent pieces of white fish, often mahi-mahi or tilapia, seasoned and fried until crispy, served with lime …
2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Corazón de Res Asado
Grilled Beef Heart
Flavorful slices of beef heart, marinated simply with lime and spices, then grilled to a tender perfection. A …
2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein25 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Asadura de Cabrito al Horno
Baked Goat Offal (Keto, without Sides)
A traditional dish featuring the seasoned and slowly baked internal organs (liver, heart, lungs) of young goat…
3 net5 total2 fibre45 protein65 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Barbacoa de Pescado (Keto)
Steamed Fish Barbacoa (Keto)
A traditional dish where fish (often a whole snapper or large fillets) is seasoned with a blend of chiles, her…
4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein35 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Carnes Secas con Chile y Limón (Keto)
Dried Meats Platter with Chili and Lime (Keto)
A simple and authentic platter of various air-dried or sun-dried meats (often beef and/or pork), served with f…
4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein15 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Chuletón de Puerco Ahumado (Keto)
Smoked Pork Chop (Keto)
A thick-cut, bone-in pork chop, seasoned with a savory, sugar-free dry rub and slow-smoked to achieve maximum …
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Marlin Ahumado Platter
Smoked Marlin Platter (Keto)
A platter of flaky, savory smoked marlin, a popular coastal dish. Served simply with fresh lime wedges, sliced…
4 net8 total4 fibre50 protein40 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Pechuga de Pollo Rellena de Queso y Jalapeño (Keto)
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Cheese and Jalapeño (Keto)
A flavorful chicken breast butterflied and filled with a creamy, melted mixture of Monterey Jack or cream chee…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein40 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado Encuerado
Deboned Fish in Broth (Keto)
A simple yet flavorful preparation of deboned fish, often snapper or redfish, gently cooked in a light broth w…
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Ajo y Guajillo con Mariscos (Keto)
Garlic & Guajillo Chili Seafood Platter (Keto)
A succulent platter of mixed seafood (commonly shrimp, scallops, or firm white fish pieces) sautéed in a fragr…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Callos de Hacha al Ajillo
Garlic Scallops (Keto)
Pan-seared sea scallops cooked simply with fresh garlic, olive oil, and a touch of lime or lemon juice. A natu…
5 net6 total1 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Camarones Rellenos de Queso y Tocino
Shrimp Stuffed with Cheese and Bacon
Large, succulent shrimp butterflied and generously stuffed with a mixture of melted cheese (commonly Oaxaca or…
5 net7 total2 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Carne Tártara a la Mexicana
Mexican Steak Tartare
A vibrant and fresh dish of finely diced raw beef (often sirloin or tenderloin), mixed with traditional Mexica…
5 net10 total5 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Chicharrón de Atún
Crispy Tuna 'Chicharrón' (Keto, Pan-Fried/Air-Fried)
Chunks or strips of fresh tuna, lightly seasoned and pan-fried or air-fried until crispy, resembling the textu…
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein40 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Chuletón de Cordero a la Plancha con Espárragos Asados
Grilled Lamb Chop with Roasted Asparagus (Keto)
A substantial and tender lamb chop, perfectly grilled and seasoned with garlic, herbs, and a hint of lime. Acc…
5 net9 total4 fibre70 protein85 fat1050 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada de Pollo y Aguacate (Keto)
Chicken and Avocado Salad (Keto)
A refreshing and satisfying salad featuring shredded cooked chicken mixed with creamy avocado, diced red onion…
5 net10 total5 fibre45 protein50 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Faisán al Horno con Hierbas (Keto)
Roasted Pheasant with Herbs (Keto, with Green Salad)
A gourmet and naturally keto-friendly dish featuring a whole or half pheasant, seasoned simply and roasted to …
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado en Mojo de Cilantro
Fish in Cilantro-Garlic Sauce (Keto)
A whole pan-seared or grilled fish (e.g., mojarra, huachinango) generously smothered in a vibrant, zesty sauce…
5 net6 total1 fibre55 protein42 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Chamorro de Res Asado (Keto)
Roasted Beef Shank (Keto)
A succulent, slow-roasted beef shank (osso buco style), cooked until incredibly tender and falling off the bon…
6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein55 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Criadillas al Ajillo
Bull Testicles with Garlic and Chile
Tender bull testicles sautéed in olive oil with plenty of garlic, guajillo chiles, and a touch of lime juice. …
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada de Pulpo
Octopus Salad (Keto)
A refreshing, chilled salad featuring tender cooked octopus, diced bell peppers, red onion, a minimal amount o…
6 net10 total4 fibre35 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Medallones de Pollo con Champiñones
Chicken Medallions with Sautéed Mushrooms (Keto)
Pan-seared chicken medallions (often breast meat) served with a generous portion of sautéed mushrooms, garlic,…
6 net8 total2 fibre65 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Pechuga de Pollo a la Plancha con Nopales y Rajas
Grilled Chicken Breast with Nopales and Roasted Poblano Peppers
A succulent grilled chicken breast, seasoned with salt, pepper, and lime, served alongside tender grilled nopa…
6 net12 total6 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Pechuga de Pollo a la Plancha con Verduras Salteadas (Keto)
Grilled Chicken Breast with Sautéed Vegetables (Keto)
A lean, flavorful chicken breast, simply seasoned and grilled to perfection. Served with a generous portion of…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein30 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Pescado con Nopales a la Plancha (Keto)
Grilled Fish with Grilled Cactus Paddles (Keto)
A simple and healthy dish featuring a lean, grilled fish fillet (e.g., tilapia, snapper, mahi-mahi) served alo…
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein28 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Aguachile de Callo de Hacha
Scallop Aguachile
Fresh raw sea scallops 'cooked' in a vibrant, spicy lime juice marinade with green chilies (typically serrano …
7 net10 total3 fibre37 protein25 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
Aguachile de Camarones (Keto)
Spicy Lime Cured Shrimp (Aguachile) (Keto)
A refreshing and spicy dish featuring raw shrimp 'cooked' by marinating in a vibrant, potent liquid of lime ju…
7 net10 total3 fibre30 protein25 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Higaditos de Pollo con Chiles Serranos
Sautéed Chicken Livers with Serrano Peppers
A simple yet intensely flavorful dish featuring pan-seared chicken livers sautéed with sliced serrano peppers,…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Lengua en Caldillo de Tomate
Beef Tongue in Thin Tomato Broth
Tender beef tongue, slow-cooked to perfection, then gently simmered in a light, savory, and fresh tomato broth…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Moronga Guisada con Nopales
Blood Sausage Stew with Cactus Paddles
Savory Mexican blood sausage (moronga) sautéed and stewed with tender diced nopales (cactus paddles), onions, …
7 net12 total5 fibre40 protein60 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Filete de Pescado en Salsa de Epazote (Keto)
Fish Fillet in Epazote Sauce (Keto)
A pan-seared or baked white fish fillet (e.g., snapper, mahi-mahi, tilapia) delicately flavored with a light a…
8 net12 total4 fibre50 protein35 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Higaditos de Pollo a la Plancha con Cebolla Asada
Grilled Chicken Livers with Grilled Onion
Tender chicken livers quickly grilled to perfection, served alongside sweet, caramelized grilled onions. A sim…
8 net10 total2 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Salpicón de Mariscos (Keto)
Mixed Seafood Salad (Keto)
A refreshing and hearty salad featuring a medley of cooked seafood (such as shrimp, octopus, and squid) tossed…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Nopalitos con Camarones Guisados
Stewed Cactus Paddles with Shrimp
Tender cooked nopalitos (cactus paddles) stewed with succulent shrimp in a savory sauce made from fresh tomato…
9 net15 total6 fibre40 protein30 fat480 kcal