Sopa de Gallina
Keto Chicken Soup (No Carbs)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for the soup with ONLY chicken and low-carb vegetables (e.g., celery, bell peppers if available), explicitly stating NO potatoes, NO carrots, NO corn, NO rice… About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A hearty chicken soup, often made with whole chicken pieces, simmered in a rich broth with various vegetables. Traditionally, it includes potatoes, carrots, corn, and sometimes rice or noodles. For keto, these high-carb ingredients must be removed.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs/drumsticks), chicken broth, celery, bell peppers, onion, cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, a touch of olive oil.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ask for the soup with ONLY chicken and low-carb vegetables (e.g., celery, bell peppers if available), explicitly stating NO potatoes, NO carrots, NO corn, NO rice, and NO noodles. Request extra chicken if desired. Ensure the broth is natural and not thickened with cornstarch.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes almost always include potatoes, carrots, corn, rice, or noodles, which are major carb sources. Broth might be thickened with cornstarch in some restaurants. Hidden sugars in pre-made broths or bouillons. Onion and bell peppers contribute to carbs.
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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