Fajitas (Steak, Chicken, or Shrimp)
Grilled Sizzling Strips
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely crucial: Request no tortillas (corn or flour), no rice, and no beans. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Strips of grilled meat (steak, chicken, or shrimp) and colorful vegetables (bell peppers, onions), served sizzling hot on a platter.
Key ingredients
Skirt steak/chicken breast/shrimp, bell peppers (various colors), onions, fajita seasoning (chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt), cooking oil. Served with guacamole, sour cream, salsa.
How to make it keto
Absolutely crucial: Request no tortillas (corn or flour), no rice, and no beans. Confirm seasoning does not contain sugar. Ask for extra meat and vegetables instead of the carb-heavy sides. Use sour cream and guacamole liberally.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Fajitas, sin tortillas, arroz ni frijoles, por favor. ¿El sazón no lleva azúcar? Pido más carne y verduras en vez de los acompañamientos, con crema y guacamole.
Fajitas, no tortillas, rice, or beans, please. Is the seasoning sugar-free? I'd like extra meat and vegetables instead of the sides, with sour cream and guacamole.
Watch out for
Marinade/seasoning (hidden sugar), tortillas, rice, beans, sugary salsas. Bell peppers and onions contribute some carbs, but are manageable in keto portions.
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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