Pimientos Rellenos de Carne y Verduras (sin Rebozar)
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Meat (Batter-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: request without the egg batter ('sin capeado'). About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Bell peppers generously stuffed with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef (or pork/chicken) and finely diced low-carb vegetables. This keto version is baked or lightly pan-fried without the traditional eggy batter (capeado) and served with a simple, sugar-free tomato sauce.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, ground beef/pork/chicken, onions, garlic, bell peppers (for filling), tomatoes (for sauce), olive oil, salt, pepper, cumin, herbs.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request without the egg batter ('sin capeado'). Confirm the filling contains NO rice, NO potatoes, and NO breadcrumbs. Ensure the tomato sauce is made without any added sugar.
Watch out for
The traditional egg batter, rice/potatoes/bread 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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