A rich and intensely flavored, slightly spicy stew, traditionally made with a combination of chicken, pork, and beef. It features a deeply colored, complex sauce derived from various chiles and spices, served without traditional rice or tortillas.

Key ingredients

Chicken, pork, beef, guajillo chiles, pasilla chiles, chiles de árbol (optional for heat), tomatoes, tomatillos, pepitas, sesame seeds, garlic, onions, achiote, bay leaf, thyme, chicken/beef broth, olive oil, salt, pepper.

If you order it anyway

Omit rice and tortillas. Confirm no masa (corn dough) or bread is used for thickening the stew; if so, request omission or minimal use.

Watch out for

Masa/bread commonly used for thickening; higher carb vegetables sometimes included; hidden sugars in tomato/chile pastes or commercial spice blends.

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.