Atún en Recado de Chiles Ahumados (Sin Espesantes)
Tuna in Keto Smoked Chili Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the recado is prepared without masa or any other starchy thickeners. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Seared fresh tuna steaks served with a rich, smoky recado (sauce) made from toasted dried chiles (like guaque or pasilla), tomatoes, and spices, without traditional masa thickeners, offering a deep, complex flavor.
Key ingredients
Fresh tuna steaks, dried smoked chiles (guaque, pasilla), Roma tomatoes, garlic, onion, cumin, coriander, pumpkin seeds (pepitoria), sesame seeds, olive oil, cilantro, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure the recado is prepared without masa or any other starchy thickeners. Confirm no sugar is added to the sauce. Serve with a side of sautéed low-carb vegetables instead of rice or tortillas.
Watch out for
Masa/flour used as thickener in the recado, sugar added to balance chile flavor, high-carb side dishes.
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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