Borș de Roșii cu Carne (Keto)
Keto Tomato and Meat Borsch
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes, carrots, parsnips, or other high-carb root vegetables are used. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Romanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful sour soup (borsch) with a rich tomato base, tender chunks of meat (typically beef or pork), and aromatic herbs, served without traditional high-carb root vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork stew meat, tomatoes (fresh or unsweetened paste), onion (small amount), bell peppers, broth, souring agent (e.g., borș or lemon juice), cooking oil, fresh herbs (e.g., lovage, parsley), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no potatoes, carrots, parsnips, or other high-carb root vegetables are used. Ensure no added sugar in the tomato base or flour/roux for thickening.
Say this to the waiter (Romanian)
Fără cartofi, morcovi, păstârn sau alte rădăcinoase bogate în carbohidrați. Fără zahăr în bază de roșii, și fără făină/rântaș.
No potatoes, carrots, parsnips, or high-carb roots. No sugar in tomato base, no flour/roux for thickening.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato paste, high-carb root vegetables, flour/starch used as a thickener.
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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