Subanik (Keto Spicy Pork and Turkey Stew)
Keto Spicy Pork and Turkey Stew (Subanik style)
Yes, with a tweak: request no tamalitos, no rice, and no tortillas. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A deeply flavorful and spicy ceremonial stew featuring tender pieces of pork and turkey (or chicken) in a complex sauce made from roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, various chiles, and a blend of aromatic spices. Modified to be keto by ensuring no masa or carb-based thickeners are used in the rich sauce.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder, turkey pieces, tomatoes, tomatillos, guajillo chiles, ancho chiles, pasilla chiles, onion, garlic, cinnamon, allspice, black pepper, cooking oil, chicken/pork broth, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no tamalitos, no rice, and no tortillas. Confirm with the kitchen that no masa or other carb-based thickeners are used in the sauce.
Watch out for
Masa or bread used as a thickener in the sauce. Hidden sugars in spice blends or sauces. Served with carb-heavy sides like rice or tamalitos.
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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