Sorpa
Clear Meat Broth
Yes, with a tweak: request 'bez kartoshki' (without potatoes) and 'bez morkovi' (without carrots), as these are common additions. About 5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A foundational and restorative clear meat broth, typically made from lamb or beef, simmered for hours. Served with generous chunks of the boiled meat and often fresh herbs.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef (on the bone), water, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, fresh herbs (dill, parsley).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'bez kartoshki' (without potatoes) and 'bez morkovi' (without carrots), as these are common additions. Ask for extra meat. Ensure no noodles (kespe) are added, as it's sometimes served as a base for a noodle soup.
Say this to the waiter (Kazakh)
Сорпа, картопсыз, сәбізсіз, кеспесіз болсын. Етті көбірек қосыңызшы.
Sorpa, please. No potatoes, no carrots, no noodles. Can I have extra meat?
Watch out for
Potatoes and carrots (very common additions), noodles (less common for simple sorpa but possible), small amounts of starchy vegetables from broth base (negligible if removed), potential use of bouillon cubes with MSG/sugar (less likely in authentic restaurants).
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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