Ciorbă de Bame cu Carne (Keto, Fără Rădăcinoase)
Okra Soup with Meat (Keto, No Root Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, potatoes) are added. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A unique and hearty Romanian soup featuring tender okra pods and chunks of meat (typically beef or lamb) in a light, tangy tomato-based broth. This keto version ensures the absence of high-carb root vegetables often found in traditional soups.
Key ingredients
Beef or lamb chunks, fresh or frozen okra, onion, bell pepper, unsweetened canned tomatoes or tomato paste, lemon juice or vinegar (for tang), fresh dill or lovage, olive oil, salt, pepper, beef broth (sugar-free).
How to make it keto
Ensure no root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, potatoes) are added. Confirm broth and tomato products are sugar-free. Request no rice or other grains.
Say this to the waiter (Romanian)
Pentru Ciorba de Bame, vă rog să confirmați că nu are morcovi, păstârnac, cartofi sau alte rădăcinoase. Bulionul și produsele din roșii fără zahăr. Fără orez sau alte cereale.
For the Ciorbă de Bame, confirm no carrots, parsnips, potatoes, or other root vegetables. Broth and tomato products must be sugar-free. No rice or grains.
Watch out for
Root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, potatoes), rice or pasta, flour thickeners, sugar in broth or tomato, excessive use of onions.
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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