Felfel Mahshi (Keto Modified)
Meat-Stuffed Bell Peppers (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely ensure the stuffing is made without rice, bulgur, or any other grains. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lebanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Bell peppers generously stuffed with a savory and aromatic mixture of seasoned minced meat (beef or lamb/beef blend), diced tomatoes, onions, and fresh herbs, then baked in a light tomato sauce. Modified to be entirely rice-free.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, minced beef or lamb/beef mix, diced fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, fresh parsley, fresh mint, extra virgin olive oil, unsweetened tomato paste, salt, black pepper, mixed spices (e.g., allspice, cinnamon).
How to make it keto
Absolutely ensure the stuffing is made without rice, bulgur, or any other grains. Confirm that the tomato paste or sauce used is unsweetened and without added starches.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الرجاء التأكد أن الحشوة بدون أرز، برغل أو أي حبوب أخرى. وصلصة الطماطم بدون سكر مضاف أو نشويات.
Ensure stuffing is without rice, bulgur, or grains. Confirm tomato paste/sauce is unsweetened and without added starches.
Watch out for
Rice or bulgur hidden in the stuffing. Sugary tomato sauces or pastes. Larger bell peppers can contribute more carbs.
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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