Chorizo con Nopales (Keto, sin Tortillas)
Chorizo with Cactus Paddles (Keto, without Tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: request without tortillas, rice, or beans. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Spicy Mexican chorizo sausage cooked with tender, diced nopales (cactus paddles), onions, and often a touch of tomato. A hearty and flavorful dish, excellent as a standalone protein.
Key ingredients
Chorizo sausage, nopales (cooked and diced), white onion, garlic, diced tomato (optional), cooking oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request without tortillas, rice, or beans. Ensure no potatoes are added to the mix.
Watch out for
Chorizo can contain fillers or sugar. Often served with high-carb sides. Some recipes for nopales might include other starchy vegetables like potatoes.
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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