Jocón de Pollo (Keto, No Potatoes)
Keto Green Chicken Stew with Tomatillos and Low-Carb Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sin papa' (without potato). About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant green chicken stew featuring tender chicken simmered in a tangy sauce made from tomatillos, cilantro, green chiles, and often toasted pumpkin and sesame seeds. Modified to exclude potatoes and minimize any corn-based thickeners. Served with chayote (güisquil) and green beans.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (bone-in), tomatillos, cilantro, green chiles (e.g., serrano), miltomate, pepitoria (pumpkin seeds), ajonjolí (sesame seeds), onion, garlic, chayote, green beans, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request 'sin papa' (without potato). Confirm minimal or no corn flour/masa as a thickener. Ensure other vegetables are limited to non-starchy options.
Watch out for
Traditional inclusion of potatoes. Potential for small amounts of corn flour or masa for sauce thickening. Hidden sugars in restaurant pre-made sauces.
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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