Keto Felfel Mahshi (Lahmeh wa Riz Zahra)
Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers with Meat and Cauliflower Rice
Yes, with a tweak: ensure 100% replacement of white rice with cauliflower rice. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Jordanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Bell peppers generously stuffed with a savory mixture of spiced ground lamb or beef and cauliflower rice, simmered in a light tomato broth. Traditional recipe is modified by replacing white rice with cauliflower rice. Always confirm no added sugar in the sauce.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, ground lamb/beef, cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, mint, parsley, mixed spices (allspice, cumin, black pepper, cinnamon), salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure 100% replacement of white rice with cauliflower rice. Request no added sugar in the tomato broth. Confirm no starchy vegetables are added to the stuffing.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الرجاء التأكيد أن الأرز مستبدل بالكامل بأرز الزهرة. ولا أريد سكر مضاف في مرقة البندورة، ولا خضروات نشوية في الحشوة.
Please confirm the rice is 100% cauliflower rice. No added sugar in the tomato broth, and no starchy vegetables in the stuffing.
Watch out for
Bell peppers contain moderate carbs (especially in large portions), hidden sugars in pre-made tomato sauces, excessive onion in the stuffing.
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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