Hovädzí Guláš (bez knedle a zemiakov)
Traditional Beef Goulash Stew with Keto Sides (No Dumplings/Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread dumplings ('knedľa') or boiled potatoes ('varené zemiaky'). About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Slovak food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A slow-cooked, rich beef goulash, deeply flavored with paprika, onions, and caraway. Served as a stew, omitting traditional potato dumplings or boiled potatoes. Request a side of steamed greens instead.
Key ingredients
Beef (chuck or similar), onions, lard/oil, paprika (sweet and hot), caraway seeds, marjoram, garlic, beef broth, minimal tomato paste.
How to make it keto
Request no bread dumplings ('knedľa') or boiled potatoes ('varené zemiaky'). Ask for a side of steamed green vegetables or a simple salad (oil & vinegar dressing). Confirm no flour or high-carb thickeners in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Prosím, bez knedle a zemiakov. Môžem dostať parenú zeleninu alebo jednoduchý šalát s olejom a octom? Je omáčka bez múky?
No bread dumplings or potatoes, please. Can I have steamed green vegetables or a simple salad with oil and vinegar? Is the sauce flour-free?
Watch out for
Flour/starch thickeners in goulash sauce; excessive onions; hidden sugars in tomato paste or ready-made spices; high-carb side dishes.
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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