A ceremonial and complex stew combining chicken, pork, and beef in a deep, spicy red sauce made from a variety of chiles, tomatoes, and tomatillos. Adapted for keto by ensuring no masa-based thickeners and serving without high-carb accompaniments.

Key ingredients

Chicken, pork, beef, various dried chiles (e.g., guaque, pasa, zambo), tomatoes, tomatillos, onion, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, cloves, cinnamon, allspice, chicken broth, cooking oil, salt.

If you order it anyway

Confirm with the restaurant that no masa (corn flour) or bread is used as a thickener in the stew. Request no rice and no tortillas. Opt for a side of steamed non-starchy vegetables like broccoli or spinach.

Watch out for

Masa is a common thickener in authentic Subanik, which is high in carbs and must be avoided. The generous use of tomatoes and tomatillos in the sauce will contribute to total carbohydrate count. Hidden sugars in pre-made sauces or spice mixes.

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.