Jocón de Pollo (Estofado Verde de Tomatillo, Sin Carbohidratos)
Chicken Jocón Stew (Tomatillo and Cilantro Base, No Starchy Thickeners or Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no masa, bread, or flour is used to thicken the stew. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A vibrant green chicken stew, recognized by its fresh and tangy sauce. The base is made from roasted tomatillos, fresh cilantro, green onions, and mild green chiles, creating a distinct herbal and zesty flavor. This keto version excludes traditional high-carb sides like rice and tortillas, and is made without starchy thickeners like masa or bread.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs/legs), tomatillos, cilantro, green onions, green bell peppers, jalapeño, olive oil, chicken broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no masa, bread, or flour is used to thicken the stew. Request no rice and no tortillas. Focus on the chicken and the green sauce.
Watch out for
Masa, bread, or flour used as thickeners in the stew. High amounts of tomatillos contributing to carb count. Hidden sugars.
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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