Ka'ik (Keto Modified)
Turkey Ka'ik Soup (No Starchy Veg/Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: omit all starchy vegetables (e.g., potatoes, significant amounts of güisquil/chayote if used). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A deeply flavorful and aromatic traditional Maya Q'eqchi' red turkey soup or stew. It's renowned for its rich broth and complex spice profile derived from various chiles, tomatoes, and herbs. Modified to exclude all starchy vegetables and traditional corn-based sides.
Key ingredients
Turkey (e.g., leg or thigh meat), various chiles (e.g., cobanero, guaque, pasa), tomatoes, tomatillos, garlic, onions, yerbabuena (spearmint), cilantro, turkey broth, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Omit all starchy vegetables (e.g., potatoes, significant amounts of güisquil/chayote if used). Serve strictly without tamalitos (small corn tamales) or rice. Confirm no thickening agents beyond the natural reduction of ingredients.
Watch out for
Often served with tamalitos (corn tamales). Can include potatoes or other starchy vegetables. Hidden sugars might be in tomato paste or industrial broths.
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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