Pepián de Pollo (Chicken Pepián)
Chicken Stew Pepián (No Rice or Tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice and no tortillas. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich, traditional Guatemalan stew featuring chicken, roasted seeds (sesame, pumpkin), chilies, tomatoes, and vegetables like green beans and güisquil (chayote) in a flavorful, thick sauce. Traditionally served with rice and tortillas, which must be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Chicken, tomatillos, tomatoes, green beans, güisquil (chayote), bell peppers, onions, garlic, pepitas (pumpkin seeds), sesame seeds, chilies (guajillo, pasilla), spices (cinnamon, cloves, pepper), chicken broth, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no rice and no tortillas. Confirm no flour or excessive starchy vegetables (like potatoes) are used as thickeners; traditional Pepián primarily thickens from seeds and vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the sauce, starchy vegetables (potatoes, carrots if added), seed thickeners contribute carbs, often served with rice/tortillas.
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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