Chicharrón con Güisquil en Recado Rojo (sin masa)
Pork Rinds and Chayote in Red Sauce (Keto Modified, No Corn Thickener)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the red sauce is NOT thickened with masa (corn flour) or any other starchy thickener. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A savory stew featuring tender chayote (güisquil) and crispy pork rinds (chicharrón) cooked in a rich, flavorful red sauce made from roasted tomatoes, chiles, and spices.
Key ingredients
Chicharrón (pork rinds), chayote, tomatoes, onions, garlic, various dried chiles (guajillo, ancho), spices (cumin, oregano), chicken broth, olive oil.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ensure the red sauce is NOT thickened with masa (corn flour) or any other starchy thickener. Confirm no sugar is added to the sauce. Request no rice or tortillas as sides.
Watch out for
Masa or other corn-based thickeners in the sauce, hidden sugars in the recado, starchy default sides.
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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