Berenjena Rellena de Carne y Queso (Estilo Keto)
Meat and Cheese Stuffed Eggplant (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starchy fillers (breadcrumbs, rice, potato) in the meat mixture. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Halved eggplants, often roasted until tender, then filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground meat (beef or pork), bell peppers, onions, garlic, and spices, topped with melted cheese. A satisfying and flavorful keto main course.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, ground beef/pork, onion, bell pepper, garlic, culantro, a touch of fresh tomato (for flavor), cheese (e.g., mozzarella, queso fresco), olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starchy fillers (breadcrumbs, rice, potato) in the meat mixture. Confirm no added sugar in any tomato base used. Request a simple green salad as a side instead of starchy accompaniments.
Watch out for
Starchy fillers in the meat mixture (e.g., breadcrumbs, rice, potato), sugary tomato paste or sauce, high-carb side dishes.
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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