Pepián de Pollo (sin arroz ni tortillas)
Keto Chicken Pepián Stew with Low-Carb Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, no tortillas. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich, thick, and deeply flavored stew with tender chicken, traditional Guatemalan spices, and a sauce base of roasted seeds, chiles, tomatoes, and tomatillos. This version is modified to omit rice and tortillas, and any high-carb vegetables like potatoes or plantains, focusing instead on low-carb options like chayote and green beans.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs/legs), tomatoes, tomatillos, guajillo chiles, pasilla chiles, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, achiote, cilantro, parsley, onion, garlic, chayote (güisquil), green beans, chicken broth, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable or lard).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, no tortillas. Confirm the stew is made without potatoes, plantains, or flour/cornstarch thickeners. Ensure low-carb vegetables are used.
Watch out for
Hidden flour or cornstarch used as thickeners in the sauce. Traditional recipes sometimes include potatoes or plantains. Sweeteners in pre-made sauces.
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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