Hilachas (Keto Modified)
Shredded Beef in Tomato Sauce with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: strictly omit potatoes, rice, and tortillas. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting Guatemalan dish of shredded beef simmered in a rich, mild, and savory tomato-based sauce, often with a hint of tomatillo and chiles. Traditionally, it's served with potatoes, rice, and tortillas, all of which are high in carbs.
Key ingredients
Shredded beef (e.g., flank steak), tomatoes, tomatillos, guaque chiles, pasilla chiles, garlic, onion, beef broth, cooking oil, spices (e.g., cumin, oregano).
How to make it keto
Strictly omit potatoes, rice, and tortillas. Confirm no flour or bread is used as a thickener in the sauce. Request a side of low-carb vegetables like green beans, asparagus, or chayote.
Watch out for
Potatoes commonly found in the stew, flour/bread used as a thickener, hidden sugars in sauce or spice blends.
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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