Chiles Rellenos (Keto Stuffed Peppers, Un-battered)
Bell Peppers Stuffed with Ground Meat and Keto Vegetables (Un-battered)
Yes, with a tweak: aBSOLUTELY NO batter. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef and pork, along with keto-friendly vegetables like zucchini and mushrooms. Traditionally, they are battered and fried, and the filling contains high-carb vegetables. For the keto modification, the peppers are roasted or pan-fried without batter, and the stuffing is adjusted to exclude potatoes, carrots, and peas. Served with a light, sugar-free tomato sauce.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, ground beef, ground pork, zucchini, mushrooms, spices
How to make it keto
ABSOLUTELY NO batter. Request no potatoes, carrots, or peas in the filling. Ensure the accompanying tomato sauce is sugar-free. Ask for no rice or tortillas.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes are high-carb due to batter, potatoes, carrots, and peas in the filling. Hidden sugars in tomato sauce. Restaurant versions might not be able to easily adjust filling or omit batter.
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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