Kak'ik (Spicy Turkey Broth)
Spicy Turkey Broth with Meat (No Carbs)
No, skip this one: about 17g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A traditional indigenous soup/stew featuring tender turkey in a rich, spicy, and aromatic broth infused with various chiles and spices. Served without traditional carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Turkey pieces (leg/thigh), various chiles (pasilla, guaque), tomatillos, cilantro, mint, achiote, onion, garlic, chicken or turkey broth.
If you order it anyway
Explicitly request no potatoes, yuca, chayote, or rice. Focus on the turkey and the flavorful broth. Verify no hidden thickeners or sugars are used in the broth base.
Watch out for
Some versions may include starchy root vegetables. Tomatillos can add carbs. Restaurant preparations might add thickeners or sugar to balance flavors.
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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