Jocón de Pollo (Thickener-Free)
Chicken in Green Tomatillo Sauce (without corn thickeners)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread or corn flour thickeners. About 12g 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 tangy sauce made from tomatillos, cilantro, and green chiles. Modified to remove any traditional carb-based thickeners, focusing on the natural thickness from roasted vegetables and herbs.
Key ingredients
Chicken, tomatillos, cilantro, green chiles, spices
How to make it keto
Request no bread or corn flour thickeners. Confirm no high-carb vegetables are added. Ensure no added sugar to the sauce.
Watch out for
Bread or corn flour used as a thickener, potential hidden sugars in the sauce, high-carb vegetables sometimes added.
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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