Chiles Rellenos (Un-battered Keto Stuffed Peppers)
Un-battered Keto Stuffed Peppers
Yes, with a tweak: aBSOLUTELY no egg batter or breading. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Roasted poblano or bell peppers, generously stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef or pork and cheese, baked or pan-fried without traditional egg batter, served with a simple, unsweetened tomato sauce, and without rice.
Key ingredients
Poblano peppers or bell peppers, ground beef/pork, cheese (e.g., mozzarella, cotija), onion, garlic, tomatoes, cilantro, cooking oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
ABSOLUTELY no egg batter or breading. Request the peppers to be roasted or pan-fried directly. Ensure the stuffing contains no rice or potatoes. Confirm tomato sauce is sugar-free. Serve without rice.
Watch out for
Traditional egg batter (wheat flour), rice or potatoes in the stuffing, sugary tomato sauce, carb-heavy 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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