Albondigón de Carne (Keto, Sin Relleno de Arroz ni Papas)
Keto Meatloaf (without Rice or Potato Filling)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breadcrumbs, rice, or potato are used as fillers in the meatloaf mixture. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Puerto Rican dishes.
What it is
A savory, baked meatloaf made with ground beef or pork, well-seasoned with traditional Puerto Rican sofrito and spices. Modified to remove carb-heavy binders.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/pork, sofrito (onion, garlic, bell pepper, cilantro), egg, spices (cumin, oregano, salt, pepper). May use a small amount of almond flour or crushed pork rinds as a binder if necessary.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no breadcrumbs, rice, or potato are used as fillers in the meatloaf mixture. Ask for no sugary glaze or ketchup topping. Request a side of non-starchy vegetables or avocado instead of rice, beans, or plantains.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs, rice, or potato in the filling; sugary glazes or sauces (like ketchup); traditional carb-heavy sides.
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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