Posta de Res Rellena (Relleno Keto)
Stuffed Beef Round (Keto Filling)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the stuffing is completely keto-friendly, avoiding breadcrumbs, rice, or starchy vegetables. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic preparation where a cut of beef round (posta de res) is carefully butterflied and stuffed with a savory keto-friendly mixture (e.g., hard-boiled eggs, strips of bell pepper, bacon, and herbs). It's then rolled, tied, and slow-cooked in a rich gravy, ensuring the filling remains low-carb.
Key ingredients
Beef round, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, bell peppers, onions, garlic, beef broth, olive oil, herbs (cilantro, parsley), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure the stuffing is completely keto-friendly, avoiding breadcrumbs, rice, or starchy vegetables. Confirm the gravy is not thickened with flour or cornstarch and contains no added sugar. Served with a side of steamed keto vegetables.
Watch out for
Starchy breading or fillers in the stuffing. Sugary glazes or sauces used in the cooking process. Gravy thickened with flour/cornstarch. Accidental inclusion of high-carb sides.
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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