Кето Боршч
Keto Belarusian Borscht (Beetroot Soup)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or sugar. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Belarusian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Belarusian-style beetroot soup, rich with beef broth, shredded cabbage, tender beef chunks, and a touch of sour cream. This keto version omits potatoes, flour thickeners, and added sugars, focusing on the savory depth of beets and meat.
Key ingredients
Beef (chuck or brisket), beef broth, beets, cabbage, onions, minimal carrots, tomato paste (sugar-free), vinegar or lemon juice, bay leaves, dill, sour cream.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or sugar. Confirm the broth base is clear and not thickened with flour. Ask for extra sour cream for fat.
Say this to the waiter (Russian)
Кето Боршч, пожалуйста, без картофеля и сахара. Бульон прозрачный, не загущен мукой? И можно мне побольше сметаны?
For Кето Боршч, please no potatoes or sugar. Is the broth clear, not thickened with flour? And can I have extra sour cream?
Watch out for
Potatoes, sugar, flour thickeners, high quantity of carrots/beets (ask for moderate portions of root vegetables).
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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