Gulasz Węgierski (Keto, bez ziemniaków/makaronu/zagęszczaczy)
Hungarian Goulash (Keto, without potatoes/noodles/thickeners)
Yes, with a tweak: no potatoes, noodles, or flour/starch used for thickening. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Polish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and popular stew in Poland, featuring tender chunks of beef braised with plenty of onions, colorful bell peppers, minimal tomatoes, and a generous amount of paprika, served without starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., chuck, stewing cut), yellow onions, bell peppers (red, green), minimal canned crushed tomatoes, sweet and/or hot paprika, beef broth, lard/olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, no potatoes, noodles, or flour/starch used for thickening. Request minimal usage of tomatoes to keep carb count low. Ensure no carby side dishes are served.
Say this to the waiter (Polish)
Proszę, bez ziemniaków, makaronu, mąki czy skrobi do zagęszczania. Minimalnie pomidorów i żadnych węglowodanowych dodatków.
Please, no potatoes, noodles, or flour/starch to thicken. Keep tomatoes minimal, and no carby side dishes.
Watch out for
Potatoes, noodles, or bread typically served as sides. Flour/starch used to thicken the stew. Excessive amounts of tomatoes or other high-carb 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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