Шкембе чорба
Tripe Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic, comforting Bulgarian soup made with tender beef or pork tripe, cooked in a milky broth, and traditionally served with a side of crushed garlic in vinegar and hot chili oil. It's known for its rich flavor and can be very satiating.
Key ingredients
Beef tripe, milk, garlic, vinegar, hot chili oil, butter, spices (paprika, black pepper).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour is used for thickening; if a roux is typically used, request clarification or suggest a cream-based thickening. Request extra butter or heavy cream for a richer fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Bulgarian)
Моля, Шкембе чорба. Без брашно за сгъстяване, моля? И с повече масло или сметана.
Шкембе чорба, please. Can you confirm no flour is used as a thickener? And please add extra butter or heavy cream.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might use a small amount of flour as a thickener; minor carbs from milk. Hidden sugars are unlikely but always worth confirming.
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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