Subanik (Keto Stew Only)
Spicy Mixed Meat Stew (Keto, No Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no tamales, rice, or other carb sides. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A ceremonial and intensely flavorful stew made with multiple meats (chicken, pork, often beef), cooked in a rich, smoky, and spicy sauce of various chiles, tomatoes, and tomatillos. Traditionally served wrapped in maxan leaves with tamales. The keto version focuses solely on the protein-rich stew.
Key ingredients
Chicken, pork, beef (optional), various dried chiles (guaque, pasilla, cobanero), tomatoes, tomatillos, onions, garlic, chicken broth, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no tamales, rice, or other carb sides. Confirm no starchy vegetables are added to the stew itself. Ensure no corn flour/masa is used as a thickener, or if it is, that it's minimal.
Watch out for
Traditional carb accompaniments (tamales, rice, tortillas), potential added sugar in the sauce, corn flour/masa 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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