Азу по-татарски (Кето, без картофеля)
Tatar-Style Beef Stew (Keto, No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes are added. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Russian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty stew of tender beef pieces, often cooked with pickled cucumbers, onions, and sometimes tomatoes, in a rich, savory sauce. Traditionally served with potatoes, but the keto version omits them.
Key ingredients
Beef (sirloin or similar), pickled cucumbers (gherkins), onions, tomato paste (small amount), beef broth, butter/oil, garlic, dill, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes are added. Request minimal tomato paste or confirm it's unsweetened. Confirm no flour or starch is used as a thickening agent.
Say this to the waiter (Russian)
Азу по-татарски: пожалуйста, без картофеля. Минимум томатной пасты или убедитесь, что она несладкая. Уточните, нет ли муки/крахмала для загущения.
For the Азу по-татарски, please no potatoes. Minimal or unsweetened tomato paste. Confirm no flour or starch as a thickener.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato paste or pickled cucumbers (though less common in Russian pickles), potential for thickening agents in sauce, or being served with traditional starchy sides.
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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