Jutías Guisadas (Keto)
Stewed River Snails/Conchs (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour, masa, or corn starch used as thickener. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A regional delicacy featuring river snails or conchs slow-cooked in a savory tomato-based sauce with herbs and non-starchy vegetables. Keto-friendly by ensuring no traditional thickeners like masa are used and served without rice or bread.
Key ingredients
Jutías (river snails/conchs), tomatoes, onion, garlic, bell peppers, cilantro, chili peppers (optional), olive oil, spices.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour, masa, or corn starch used as thickener. Request no starchy vegetables like potatoes or carrots in the stew. Serve without rice or tortillas.
Watch out for
Flour/masa thickeners, starchy vegetables in the stew (potatoes, carrots), hidden sugars in tomato sauce, serving with high-carb 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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