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Stuffed Bell Peppers with Minced Meat (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request the minced meat filling to be prepared *without rice*. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Montenegrin food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of minced beef and/or pork, onions, and spices, simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This keto modification omits the traditional rice from the filling.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, ground beef/pork, onions, garlic, spices, egg (as binder), tomato puree/sauce, olive oil, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request the minced meat filling to be prepared *without rice*. Confirm the tomato sauce is unsweetened and free of flour thickeners.
Watch out for
Rice in the filling is the primary carb. Tomato sauce often has added sugar. Some places might use flour as a binder in the filling or thickener in the 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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