Jocón de Pollo (Estofado Verde de Pollo con Semillas, Sin Arroz/Tortillas)
Green Chicken Stew with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice and no tortillas. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant green chicken stew, characterized by its fresh and tangy flavor from tomatillos, cilantro, and miltomate (a small type of tomatillo). The sauce is often thickened with ground sesame seeds and pepitas, and served without traditional high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Chicken (often on the bone), tomatillos, cilantro, miltomate, green chiles, pepitas, sesame seeds, garlic, onion, chicken broth, green onions.
How to make it keto
Request no rice and no tortillas. Confirm no flour or corn masa is used as a thickener for the sauce. Ensure no other starchy vegetables are added.
Watch out for
Similar to Pepián: potential flour/masa thickeners. Tomatillos and a generous amount of herbs contribute to total carbs. Serving with starchy 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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