Pollo en Mole Poblano
Chicken in Mole Poblano (Keto, without Rice or Tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the mole sauce is prepared without bread, plantains, or other starchy thickeners. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Succulent chicken bathed in a rich, complex mole poblano sauce, a traditional blend of chiles, spices, nuts, seeds, and a hint of dark chocolate. Served without traditional high-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thigh or breast), ancho chiles, mulato chiles, pasilla chiles, almonds, peanuts, sesame seeds, spices (cinnamon, cloves, anise), unsweetened dark chocolate, onion, garlic, chicken broth, lard or oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure the mole sauce is prepared without bread, plantains, or other starchy thickeners. Request no rice, beans, or tortillas on the side. Ask for extra low-carb vegetables if available.
Watch out for
Traditional mole poblano recipes often include small amounts of bread or plantain for thickening, and sometimes sugars. Unsweetened chocolate still contains some carbs. Always confirm no added sugars or starchy thickeners. Restaurant portions of sauce can be carb-dense.
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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