Kak'ik (Keto Modificado)
Mayan Turkey Soup (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no tamalitos. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A ceremonial and deeply flavorful Mayan turkey soup/stew, distinguished by its rich red color from various chiles and specific herbs like hierbabuena (mint). It's a complex, aromatic, and savory dish. Modified by omitting traditional rice and tamalitos (small rice tamales).
Key ingredients
Turkey (bone-in pieces), various chiles (e.g., Cobán chiles, guaque), roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, onion, garlic, hierbabuena (mint), cilantro, turkey broth, cooking oil, spices, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no tamalitos. Confirm no starchy thickeners like masa (corn flour) are added to the broth or sauce for body.
Watch out for
Amount of tomatoes/tomatillos. Potential for hidden sugars or small amounts of starchy thickeners to achieve desired consistency. Cross-contamination 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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