Calamares Rellenos (Relleno Keto)
Stuffed Squid (Keto Filling)
Yes, with a tweak: crucially confirm the filling is keto (no rice, breadcrumbs, or potatoes). About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Squid tubes carefully stuffed with a savory, keto-friendly mixture of ground meat (pork or beef), herbs, onions, and bell peppers, then simmered in a light, low-carb tomato-based sauce or broth.
Key ingredients
Squid tubes, ground pork/beef, bell peppers, onions, garlic, parsley, oregano, olive oil, crushed tomatoes (small quantity), chicken/fish broth, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially confirm the filling is keto (no rice, breadcrumbs, or potatoes). Request a minimal amount of tomato sauce or specify a clear broth.
Watch out for
Traditional fillings almost always contain rice or breadcrumbs. Tomato sauce, if used excessively, can increase carb count.
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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