Subanik (Keto, No Rice/Tortillas)
Multi-Meat Stew (Keto, No Rice/Tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice or tortillas. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and complex traditional stew, often featuring multiple meats like pork, chicken, and beef, simmered in a dark, flavorful sauce made from roasted chiles, seeds, and spices. The keto version omits traditional high-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Pork, chicken, beef, tomatoes, tomatillos, guaque chiles, pimiento chiles, pasilla chiles, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, garlic, onion, broth, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice or tortillas. Ask if the stew is thickened with flour or masa and if it can be omitted or minimized. Request no high-carb vegetables (e.g., potatoes, carrots) if they are typically included.
Watch out for
Traditional thickening agents like bread, tortillas, or a significant amount of masa/flour. Higher carb vegetables like potatoes or carrots. Hidden sugars in tomato base.
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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