Pimientos Rellenos con Carne y Queso (Keto Chiles Rellenos)
Roasted Bell Peppers Stuffed with Ground Beef and Cheese (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request bell peppers to be *roasted or grilled*, NOT battered and fried. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto interpretation of Guatemalan chiles rellenos, featuring roasted bell peppers (instead of traditionally battered and fried) generously stuffed with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese. All rice and starchy fillers are entirely omitted from the savory filling.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers (Poblano or Anaheim for authenticity, or large bell peppers), ground beef, onion, garlic, tomatoes, bell peppers (for filling), cheese (e.g., mozzarella, cotija), cumin, oregano, olive oil.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request bell peppers to be *roasted or grilled*, NOT battered and fried. Request no rice, potatoes, or any breading/flour in the filling.
Watch out for
Traditional flour-based batter and deep frying. Rice or potatoes commonly mixed into the filling. Hidden sugars in tomato sauce or seasoning.
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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