Keto Subanik (Estofado de Pollo y Cerdo Picante)
Spicy Chicken and Pork Subanik Stew
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely omit 'tamalitos' (small masa tamales). About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Mayan celebratory stew, complex and deeply flavored, made with both chicken and pork. The sauce is a rich blend of various roasted chiles (chiltepe, guaque, pasaque), tomatoes, tomatillos, and aromatic spices. It's traditionally served with small masa tamales (tamalitos).
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs/legs), pork (ribs/shoulder), chiltepe chiles, guaque chiles, pasaque chiles, tomatoes, tomatillos, onion, garlic, cilantro, chicken/pork broth, cooking oil/lard.
How to make it keto
Absolutely omit 'tamalitos' (small masa tamales). Confirm 'sin masa' or 'sin harina' used as a thickener in the stew itself. No rice or other starchy sides.
Watch out for
Traditional serving of masa tamales; potential use of masa or flour as a thickener; natural sugars from tomatoes, tomatillos, and chiles.
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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