Keto Kak'ik (Sopa de Pavo, sin arroz ni masa)
Keto Modified Spicy Turkey Soup (K’iche’ style)
Yes, with a tweak: request no masa or flour as a thickener. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional indigenous turkey soup/stew from the K’iche’ people, characterized by its deep red color and smoky flavor from roasted chiles, tomatoes, and achiote. Modified to exclude masa or starchy thickeners and served without rice or starchy vegetables.
Key ingredients
Turkey (leg/thigh), tomatoes, tomatillos, güisquil (chayote, use sparingly or omit), hierbabuena (mint), cilantro, garlic, onion, achiote, various chiles (guajillo, cobanero), turkey broth.
How to make it keto
Request no masa or flour as a thickener. Confirm no starchy vegetables (e.g., large amounts of güisquil, potatoes) are in the soup. Request no rice or tortillas on the side.
Watch out for
Masa used as a thickener, traditional inclusion of starchy vegetables like güisquil or potatoes (even if limited), usually served with a side of rice.
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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