Chile Rellenos (Unbattered, Keto-Friendly)
Unbattered Stuffed Poblano Peppers (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sin empanizar' (without batter) or 'sin huevo' (without egg coating). About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Roasted poblano peppers generously stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef or pork, often with finely diced vegetables like carrots and green beans, in a light tomato sauce. The keto version specifically requests the peppers to be served 'unbattered' (sin empanizar), omitting the traditional egg and flour coating.
Key ingredients
Poblano peppers, ground beef/pork, tomatoes, onions, garlic, bell peppers, green beans, carrots (finely diced, minimal), spices, olive oil.
How to make it keto
CRUCIAL: Request 'sin empanizar' (without batter) or 'sin huevo' (without egg coating). Also, request 'sin arroz ni frijoles' (without rice or beans) for sides.
Watch out for
The traditional egg/flour batter. Starchy vegetables in the filling (potatoes, carrots, peas). Served with rice/beans. Hidden sugars in the tomato sauce.
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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