A ceremonial and deeply flavorful stew containing multiple meats (typically chicken, pork, and beef) in a complex, rich, and spicy red sauce. The sauce is made from a variety of chiles (like cobanero, guaque, pasa), tomatoes, and spices. This keto version is prepared without the traditional masa thickener, relying on the natural body from the roasted vegetables and reduction. Served without rice or tortillas.

Key ingredients

Chicken, pork, beef, tomatoes, various dried chiles (cobanero, guaque, pasa), onion, garlic, cooking oil, spices (oregano, thyme, bay leaf), salt, pepper.

If you order it anyway

Explicitly request no masa or other flour-based thickeners. Serve strictly without rice or tortillas. Confirm no sugar is added to the sauce.

Watch out for

Subanik is very commonly thickened with masa. The variety of chiles and tomatoes can contribute to the carb count. Be wary of any pre-made sauce bases that may contain sugar.

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.