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Slovak Sauerkraut and Smoked Pork Soup (No Potatoes, No Flour Thickener)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no potatoes, no flour thickeners. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty, rich soup made with fermented sauerkraut, various smoked pork products (like ribs, sausage), and dried mushrooms. Traditionally, it might contain potatoes or be thickened with flour, but a keto modification involves omitting these and ensuring it's thickened with cream or naturally from the ingredients.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut, smoked pork ribs, smoked sausage (klobása), dried mushrooms, onions, garlic, paprika, bay leaf, black pepper, caraway seeds, sour cream (for keto version), lard/oil.
How to make it keto
Ask for no potatoes, no flour thickeners. Confirm no sugar added to the sauerkraut or soup base.
Watch out for
Hidden flour thickeners, potatoes (if not explicitly omitted), small amounts of added sugar in some commercially prepared sauerkraut or sausages.
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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