Pollo Guisado (Sin Arroz ni Tubérculos)
Stewed Chicken (No Rice or Starchy Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no potatoes, and no yuca. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Flavorful stewed chicken pieces simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, onions, and herbs. Must be ordered without rice, potatoes, or other starchy vegetables.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, tomato paste/sauce, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, olives, capers, chicken broth, oil, salt, oregano.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no potatoes, and no yuca. Inquire about sugar in the tomato sauce or any flour/cornstarch used for thickening the stew.
Watch out for
Tomato paste/sauce contains natural sugars. Restaurants may add sugar or use starchy thickeners (flour, cornstarch). High-carb vegetables like carrots or potatoes are sometimes included.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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