Pepián de Pollo o Res (Keto Modificado)
Chicken or Beef Pepián Stew (Keto, No Starchy Sides/Thickeners)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, no tortillas. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich, flavorful traditional Guatemalan stew made with chicken or beef, simmered in a complex sauce of roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, various chiles, and a blend of toasted seeds (pumpkin, sesame) for thickening. Served without rice or tortillas, and ensuring no corn masa or potatoes are used in the stew itself.
Key ingredients
Chicken or beef, tomatoes, tomatillos, guaque chiles, pasilla chiles, pimiento chiles, pepitoria (squash seeds), ajonjolí (sesame seeds), onion, garlic, cilantro, chicken/beef broth, oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, no tortillas. Confirm no potatoes or corn masa are used as thickeners in the stew; ensure thickening is from seeds only.
Watch out for
Hidden corn masa or potato as a thickener, starchy vegetables like potatoes or carrots added to the stew, hidden sugars in spice blends or pre-made sauces. High amount of tomatoes can add up.
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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