Korhelyleves
Sour Cabbage Soup / Hangover Soup
Yes, with a tweak: confirm with the kitchen that no flour roux is used for thickening and that no potatoes are added to the soup. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Hungarian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A robust and tangy soup, traditionally eaten after celebrations, made with sauerkraut, various smoked pork meats (ribs, hock, sausage), paprika, and often finished with a dollop of sour cream.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut, smoked pork ribs or hock, smoked sausage, onions, garlic, sweet paprika, bay leaf, caraway seeds, sour cream.
How to make it keto
Confirm with the kitchen that no flour roux is used for thickening and that no potatoes are added to the soup. The soup itself, if made correctly, is largely keto-friendly.
Say this to the waiter (Hungarian)
Korhelylevest kérek. Kérem, ellenőrizze, hogy nincs benne lisztes rántás és burgonya.
For the Korhelyleves, please confirm no flour roux is used for thickening and no potatoes are added.
Watch out for
Some restaurant or less traditional versions might include a flour-based roux for thickening or potatoes. Onion content can be substantial.
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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