Pollo Asado (Keto Sides)
Grilled Marinated Chicken with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, no beans, and no tortillas. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Grilled marinated chicken, typically a half or quarter chicken portion, seasoned with local spices, lime, and garlic. Like carne asada, this dish is naturally keto-friendly when served without its traditional high-carb accompaniments like rice, beans, and tortillas, making it a great option with appropriate side dish substitutions.
Key ingredients
Chicken (half or quarter), lime juice, garlic, olive oil, spices (cumin, achiote, oregano), salt, pepper. Keto sides could include avocado, a simple green salad (without dressing, or with oil/vinegar), or sautéed chayote/green beans.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, no beans, and no tortillas. Ask for a side of avocado, or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar, or sautéed low-carb vegetables (e.g., chayote, green beans).
Watch out for
Traditional high-carb sides (rice, beans, tortillas). Some marinades might contain hidden sugars.
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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