BBQ Beef Stuffed Peppers

The recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

For the Stuffed Peppers
4 large bell peppers, halved lengthwise and seeds removed (about 700 g)
1½ lb (680 g) cooked shredded beef
1 cup keto BBQ sauce (240 ml)
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (170 g)
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp olive oil (15 ml)

To Garnish
Thinly sliced spring onions
Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Brush the cut sides of the peppers with olive oil and arrange them cut-side up in a baking dish.

Roast for 12–15 minutes, until just beginning to soften.

Meanwhile, combine the pre-cooked shredded beef with the BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder in a saucepan or skillet.

Cook over medium heat for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is heated through and evenly coated.

Remove the peppers from the oven and divide the BBQ beef evenly among the pepper halves.

Top each with shredded cheddar cheese.

Return the peppers to the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.

Garnish with sliced spring onions or fresh parsley before serving.

Nutritional breakdown per serving. Recipe makes 4 servings

600 Calories
48g Protein
38g Fat
3g Fiber
11g Total Carbs
8g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.