Pimientos Rellenos de Carne
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the stuffing contains no rice, breadcrumbs, or other starchy fillers. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Puerto Rican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Large bell peppers (typically green or red) generously filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, sofrito, olives, and a hint of tomato, then baked until tender. A comforting and satisfying dish.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, ground beef, sofrito (onions, garlic, peppers, cilantro), olives, sugar-free tomato sauce, cheese (optional, but common for topping), salt, pepper, spices.
How to make it keto
Ensure the stuffing contains no rice, breadcrumbs, or other starchy fillers. Confirm tomato sauce/paste is sugar-free.
Watch out for
Rice or breadcrumbs in the stuffing; sugary tomato sauce/paste; excessive bell pepper from the shell and stuffing.
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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