Pastelón de Carne (Dominicano, Keto sin Cobertura de Carbos)
Dominican Meatloaf (Keto, No Carb Topping)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starchy binders (like breadcrumbs) are used in the meat mixture. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
A rich and savory Dominican meatloaf, seasoned with local spices and often containing olives and capers. For a keto diet, the traditional starchy topping (like plantain or potato) is entirely omitted or replaced with a keto alternative like cauliflower mash, making it a pure, satisfying meat dish.
Key ingredients
Ground beef (or a mix of beef/pork), sofrito (onions, bell peppers, garlic, cilantro), tomato paste (sugar-free), eggs (as binder), olives, capers, Dominican oregano, cumin, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no starchy binders (like breadcrumbs) are used in the meat mixture. Absolutely no plantain, potato, or yuca topping. If a topping is desired, specify mashed cauliflower.
Watch out for
Traditional Dominican pastelones are defined by their starchy toppings. Hidden breadcrumbs or fillers in the meat mixture. Sugary tomato sauces.
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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