Jocón de Pollo (Chicken Jocón)
Green Chicken Stew Jocón (No Rice or Tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice and no tortillas. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Guatemalan green stew made with tender chicken, tomatillos, cilantro, miltomate (small green tomatoes), and other herbs and spices, resulting in a vibrant and tangy sauce. Usually served with rice and tortillas, which must be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Chicken, tomatillos, miltomate, cilantro, green onions, bell peppers, garlic, ginger (optional), chicken broth, cooking oil, spices, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no rice and no tortillas. Confirm no flour or masa is used for thickening; it should naturally thicken from the tomatillos and herbs.
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugars in sauce, small amounts of carbs from tomatillos/vegetables, often served with rice/tortillas.
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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