Punjene Suve Paprike sa Mesom (Keto Verzija, Bez Pirinča)
Stuffed Dried Peppers with Meat (Keto Version, No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely essential to confirm no rice in the stuffing. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Serbian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Dried red bell peppers, rehydrated and generously stuffed with a savory mixture of minced pork and beef, onions, and various spices, slow-cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce. Crucially, the traditional rice is omitted for a keto version.
Key ingredients
Dried red bell peppers, minced pork, minced beef, onions, spices, tomato sauce
How to make it keto
Absolutely essential to confirm no rice in the stuffing. Ensure tomato paste/puree is unsweetened and used sparingly.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Punjene Suve Paprike, molim vas potvrdite da nema pirinča u nadevu.
For the Punjene Suve Paprike, please confirm there is no rice in the stuffing.
Watch out for
The dried peppers themselves have more carbs than fresh ones. Onion and tomato paste contribute significantly. Hidden sugar in tomato sauces is a risk.
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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