Kapustnica (Keto Sauerkraut Soup)
Keto Sauerkraut and Smoked Meat Soup
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes are added to the soup. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Slovak food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty traditional Slovak sauerkraut soup, rich with smoked pork meat (such as ribs, sausage, or bacon), onions, and often mushrooms. For keto, it's served without potatoes or flour thickeners, and any accompanying bread is omitted.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut, smoked pork (ribs, sausage, bacon), onion, garlic, dried mushrooms, paprika, bay leaf, black pepper, lard/oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes are added to the soup. Confirm no flour or high-carb thickeners are used in the broth. Request no bread on the side.
Watch out for
Potatoes (common addition), flour/roux (as thickener), hidden sugars in some prepared sauerkraut or seasoning mixes, bread side.
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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