Subanik (Mayan Three-Meat Stew without Sides)
Rich & Spicy Mayan Three-Meat Stew (Chicken, Pork, Beef)
Yes, with a tweak: request the Subanik served without tamales or rice. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A ceremonial and deeply flavorful Mayan stew, typically featuring three meats (chicken, pork, and beef or chorizo) in a complex sauce of various chiles, tomatoes, and tomatillos. Served without traditional high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Chicken, pork, beef/chorizo, various dried chiles, tomatoes, tomatillos, garlic, onion, spices, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Request the Subanik served without tamales or rice. Confirm that no additional thickening agents (like corn masa) are used beyond what naturally comes from the blended chiles, tomatoes, and tomatillos.
Watch out for
Traditional sides (tamales, rice); potential for hidden thickeners; significant volume of tomatoes and tomatillos in the sauce can contribute to total carbs.
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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