Borscht (Keto, No Potatoes)
Traditional Beet Soup (Keto, No Potatoes)
No, skip this one: about 18g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A hearty, rich beet soup featuring tender chunks of beef, cabbage, onions, and a touch of tomato, slow-cooked in a savory broth and served with a generous dollop of sour cream. Modified to remove traditional potatoes.
Key ingredients
Beef broth, beef chuck, cabbage, beets (reduced portion), onions, minimal carrots, tomato paste, dill, bay leaf, sour cream, butter, cooking oil.
If you order it anyway
Explicitly request no potatoes. Ask for a reduced portion of beets and carrots to control carb count. Confirm no added sugar in the broth or tomato paste. Served with full-fat sour cream.
If you order it anyway, say this (Russian)
Борщ, пожалуйста, без картошки. Свеклы и моркови поменьше. В бульоне и пасте нет сахара? С жирной сметаной.
Borscht: no potatoes. Reduced beets/carrots (lower carbs). No added sugar in broth/paste. Serve with full-fat sour cream.
Watch out for
Potatoes are traditionally included (omitted here). Beets and carrots contribute natural sugars; high volumes can increase net carbs. Hidden sugars in pre-made broths or tomato paste.
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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