Pinol de Gallina (Keto-Style, No Corn Thickener)
Keto Chicken and Herb Soup (No Corn Thickener)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no pinol (toasted cornmeal) as a thickener. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A flavorful chicken soup with a broth seasoned with various aromatic herbs like cilantro and hierbabuena (spearmint), and a touch of tomato. For keto, the traditional toasted cornmeal (pinol) used for thickening must be completely omitted, resulting in a clear, savory broth with chicken pieces and fresh herbs.
Key ingredients
Chicken (on the bone), chicken broth, onion, garlic, tomato (small amount), cilantro, hierbabuena, other herbs/spices.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no pinol (toasted cornmeal) as a thickener. The soup should be a clear, savory broth with chicken and herbs. Confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added.
Watch out for
Pinol (toasted cornmeal), potatoes or other starchy vegetables in the soup.
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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