Morrones Rellenos con Carne (Keto)
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Meat (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, breadcrumbs, or other grains/starches are used in the filling. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Argentinian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Vibrant bell peppers (typically red) halved and generously filled with a seasoned mixture of ground beef, onions (small amount), garlic, herbs, and often cheese, then baked until tender and fragrant. The traditional rice or breadcrumbs are omitted for a keto-compliant filling.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, ground beef, onion (small amount), garlic, tomato paste (small amount), eggs (as binder), cheese (e.g., provolone, mozzarella), olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, parsley.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice, breadcrumbs, or other grains/starches are used in the filling. Request no sugary tomato sauce on top. Confirm only keto-friendly vegetables are in the filling.
Watch out for
Rice or breadcrumbs in the filling, sugary tomato sauce, large quantities of high-carb vegetables (like corn or peas) in the filling.
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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