Albondigón de Res Relleno de Queso (Keto, Sin Arroz)
Large Beef Meatball Stuffed with Cheese (Keto, No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breadcrumbs or rice are used as a binder; suggest crushed pork rinds or almond flour instead. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A generously sized, single beef meatball (similar to a mini meatloaf), seasoned and often baked or braised in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce, and typically stuffed with a melty cheese like Oaxaca or mozzarella.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, egg, crushed pork rinds (for binder), white onion, garlic, bell pepper (minimal), Oaxaca cheese, Roma tomato (minimal for sauce), beef broth, herbs (oregano, thyme), salt, black pepper, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no breadcrumbs or rice are used as a binder; suggest crushed pork rinds or almond flour instead. Confirm no sugar is added to the tomato-based sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional albóndigas often use rice or breadcrumbs as a binder. Tomato sauce can contain hidden sugars. Ensure all binders and sauce ingredients are keto-compliant.
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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