Hilachas (Shredded Beef in Tomato Sauce)
Shredded Beef in Tomato-Tomatillo Sauce (No Starch)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, masa, or any starch-based thickeners in the sauce. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender shredded beef (e.g., flank or brisket) simmered in a rich, savory sauce made from pureed tomatoes, tomatillos, guajillo chiles, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and spices. Modified to be free of high-carb thickeners like potatoes or starches, focusing on the natural thickness from the pureed vegetables.
Key ingredients
Shredded beef (flank or brisket), tomatoes, tomatillos, guajillo chiles, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cumin, oregano, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, masa, or any starch-based thickeners in the sauce. Serve without rice or tortillas.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a common thickener in traditional Hilachas. Some restaurants may add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity of tomatoes.
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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