Zapallo Relleno de Carne Molida Keto
Keto Stuffed Butternut Squash with Ground Beef
Yes, with a tweak: use a small portion of butternut squash or opt for a zucchini boat/spaghetti squash as the base. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A Peruvian-inspired dish where halved and roasted butternut squash (or a similar low-carb squash like zucchini boats) is generously filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, garlic, bell peppers, olives, and often a hard-boiled egg. Modified to ensure no starchy binders or sugary sauces in the filling and to use a keto-friendly vegetable as the 'shell'.
Key ingredients
Butternut squash (or zucchini/spaghetti squash), ground beef, onion, garlic, bell peppers, olives, hard-boiled egg, cumin, paprika, olive oil, salt, pepper, cilantro.
How to make it keto
Crucially, use a small portion of butternut squash or opt for a zucchini boat/spaghetti squash as the base. Ensure no rice or breadcrumbs are used in the ground beef filling.
Watch out for
Butternut squash has moderate carbs; portion control is essential. Onions, bell peppers, and olives contribute to the total carb count. Hidden sugars in sauces are a possibility.
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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