Keto Tinola

Savor the comforting flavors of Keto Tinola, a low-carb twist on the classic Filipino chicken soup. This hearty dish combines tender chicken thighs or drumsticks simmered in a fragrant broth of garlic, ginger, and onion, perfectly paired with nutrient-packed zucchini, chayote, and vibrant malunggay (moringa leaves) or spinach. Light yet deeply nourishing, this recipe swaps in keto-friendly ingredients while preserving the traditional essence of tinola. Seasoned with fish sauce and a hint of black pepper, every spoonful delivers authentic flavors with a health-conscious flair. Ready in under an hour, this warm, satisfying soup is ideal for keto dieters or anyone seeking a wholesome, flavorsome meal. Perfect as a cozy main course, this one-pot wonder is sure to delight your palate and nourish your body!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken thigh or drumsticks
• 4 cups Bone broth or chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized piece Ginger, julienned
• 1 medium Onion, sliced
• 2 small Zucchini, cubed
• 1 medium Chayote, cubed
• 2 cups Malunggay (Moringa leaves) or spinach
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce (patis)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, julienned ginger, and sliced onion. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and the onions are translucent.

Step 3

Add the chicken thighs or drumsticks to the pot. Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until lightly browned.

Step 4

Pour in the bone broth or chicken stock and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the chicken for about 15 minutes, ensuring it is cooked through.

Step 5

Add the cubed zucchini and chayote to the pot and continue to simmer for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but not mushy.

Step 6

Season the soup with fish sauce, salt, and ground black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and gently stir in the malunggay (moringa leaves) or spinach. The residual heat will wilt the greens perfectly.

Step 8

Ladle the Keto Tinola into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your nourishing, low-carb Filipino chicken soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2485.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1881.9

Total Fat 93.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 465mg	0%
Sodium 5250.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 214.0g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 955.4mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 4200.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 43.6%

Carbs: 13.6%