Keto Pepián de Pollo (Masa-Free)
Chicken and Vegetable Stew with Seed-Thickened Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request no masa (corn dough) or bread as a thickener. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, savory chicken stew with roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, chiles, and a rich, earthy sauce. Modified to be thickened primarily with ground seeds (pepitas, sesame) and reduced vegetables, omitting traditional masa or bread.
Key ingredients
Chicken (often leg and thigh), tomatoes, tomatillos, guajillo chiles, pasilla chiles, onions, garlic, pepitas, sesame seeds, achiote, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaf, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no masa (corn dough) or bread as a thickener. Ensure it's thickened only by reduction and ground seeds/nuts. Omit rice and tortillas.
Watch out for
Primary risk is masa or bread as thickener. Tomatoes and chiles contribute carbs. Watch for added sugar in seasoning blends.
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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