Fritada de Cabrito
Northern-Style Goat Stew (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no carb-based thickeners (like masa) are used in the stew and request it served without rice, beans, or tortillas. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
A traditional Northern Mexican dish featuring young goat meat stewed in its own juices and seasoned with spices. This version is prepared focusing on the rich meat and natural flavors, omitting carb-heavy additions.
Key ingredients
Young goat meat (cabrito), onion, garlic, dried chiles (e.g., pasilla, ancho), cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, lard or cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Confirm no carb-based thickeners (like masa) are used in the stew and request it served without rice, beans, or tortillas. Some preparations may include a small amount of blood for flavor, which is keto-friendly.
Watch out for
Possible carb-based thickeners in the stew, often served with tortillas or rice.
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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