Grybų Balandėliai (be ryžių)
Keto Mushroom Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (without Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: no rice must be included in the filling. About 7g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lithuanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Cabbage leaves carefully stuffed with a rich and savory filling of various wild mushrooms (e.g., porcini), sautéed onions, and sometimes cream, then slow-cooked in a creamy sauce. This keto version completely omits rice from the filling.
Key ingredients
Cabbage leaves, mixed mushrooms, onion, heavy cream, butter, fresh dill, salt, black pepper, vegetable broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, no rice must be included in the filling. Ensure the sauce is not thickened with flour or starch and contains no added sugar. Avoid carrots in the filling.
Watch out for
Rice is a standard ingredient in traditional balandėliai. Flour or starch thickeners in the sauce are common. Carrots may also be added to the filling. High carb vegetables like potatoes are often served on the side.
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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