Revolcado (Keto-Friendly)
Keto Spicy Pork Organ Stew
Yes, with a tweak: request no tortillas. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and robust stew made from various pork offal (such as liver, heart, and tongue), cooked in a complex, spicy, and savory sauce of roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, and a blend of dried chiles. A traditional and flavorful dish often served with tortillas.
Key ingredients
Pork liver, heart, tongue (and sometimes other offal), tomatoes, tomatillos, onions, garlic, various dried chiles (e.g., guaque, pasilla), cooking oil (lard or vegetable oil), spices, salt, pepper, pork broth.
How to make it keto
Request no tortillas. The stew itself is usually naturally keto-friendly, as organ meats are low-carb and the sauce is typically thickened by reduction rather than starch. However, always confirm no added flour or masa.
Watch out for
Tortillas are standard and must be omitted. Ensure no flour or masa is used as a thickener for the sauce. Quantity of tomatoes/tomatillos 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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