Chiles Rellenos (Keto Sin Capear)
Unbattered Stuffed Bell Peppers (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request "sin capear" (without batter). About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Mild bell peppers (typically pimiento or similar) stuffed with a savory mixture of seasoned ground meat (beef or pork). The traditional egg batter and frying are omitted, and the filling is modified to exclude high-carb ingredients like potatoes, carrots, or peas. Served with a simple tomato sauce.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, ground beef or pork, onion, garlic, bell pepper (for filling), spices (cumin, oregano), tomatoes (for sauce), cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request "sin capear" (without batter). Ensure the filling contains no potatoes, carrots, or peas. Inquire about added sugars in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional egg batter (must be omitted), potatoes/carrots/peas in the filling, 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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