Запечени чушки със сирене
Baked Peppers with White Brined Cheese (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no cream, yogurt, or other additions that might increase carbs are present beyond the basic peppers and cheese. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Roasted or grilled bell peppers, typically red, stuffed or layered with crumbled Bulgarian white brined cheese (sirene) and baked until the cheese is melted and bubbly. A simple, savory, and classic appetizer or side dish.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers (red or green), white brined cheese (sirene), olive oil, salt (if needed).
How to make it keto
Ensure no cream, yogurt, or other additions that might increase carbs are present beyond the basic peppers and cheese. Confirm no bread is served alongside, as it is a common accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Bulgarian)
Моля, само чушки и сирене, без сметана или кисело мляко. Сервирайте без хляб.
Please, just peppers and cheese, no cream or yogurt. Serve without bread.
Watch out for
Bell peppers naturally contain some carbs. Any added sauces or starchy fillers. Bread accompaniment.
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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