Chilorio de Res (Keto, Sin Tortilla)
Shredded Beef Chilorio (Keto, No Tortilla)
Yes, with a tweak: request chilorio made with beef. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
Slow-cooked, shredded beef stewed in a rich, tangy sauce made from various dried chiles (ancho, guajillo, pasilla), garlic, and spices, traditionally from Sinaloa. This keto version ensures no added sugars in the adobo and is served without tortillas or other carb-heavy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Shredded beef, dried chiles, garlic, spices
How to make it keto
Request chilorio made with beef. Ensure the preparation uses chiles, garlic, and spices without any added sugar in the adobo. Serve it plain, or with a side of scrambled eggs or avocado slices, explicitly omitting tortillas, rice, and beans.
Watch out for
Traditional chilorio adobo sometimes includes a small amount of sugar. Always served with tortillas, rice, or beans if not specified.
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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