Felfel Mahchi (Stuffed Bell Peppers)
Algerian Stuffed Bell Peppers (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the stuffing contains no rice. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Algerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Bell peppers generously stuffed with a savory mixture of seasoned minced beef or lamb, herbs, and spices, baked in a rich tomato sauce. This keto adaptation omits the traditional rice filling, focusing on the succulent meat and vibrant vegetables.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers (green, red, or yellow), minced beef or lamb, onion, garlic, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin.
How to make it keto
Confirm the stuffing contains no rice. Request no sugar added to the tomato sauce. Ensure no flour-based thickeners in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
فلفل محشي من فضلك، تأكد لي أن الحشوة لا تحتوي على أرز. وصلصة الطماطم بدون سكر مضاف، وبدون أي مكثفات أساسها الطحين.
For Felfel Mahchi, please confirm the stuffing has no rice. No added sugar in the tomato sauce, and no flour thickeners in the sauce.
Watch out for
Rice in the stuffing (must be omitted), added sugar in tomato sauce, flour in sauce.
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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