Revolcado (Keto, No Rice/Tortillas)
Spicy Pork Head Stew (Keto, No Rice/Tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice or tortillas. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A unique and flavorful Guatemalan stew made from pork head (or other pork offal/cuts) simmered in a rich, reddish-brown sauce with roasted chiles and spices. It's known for its robust and slightly spicy profile. The keto version excludes all traditional carb sides.
Key ingredients
Pork head (or other pork cuts like jowls, stomach), tomatoes, tomatillos, guaque chiles, pimiento chiles, spices (cumin, cloves, pepper), achiote, onion, garlic, pork broth, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice or tortillas. Confirm no flour or masa is used as a thickener, or ask for minimal if possible.
Watch out for
Usually served with rice and corn tortillas. Some recipes might use a minimal amount of masa or flour as a thickener.
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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