Kapustnica (Slovak Cabbage Soup)
Slovak Cabbage Soup with Smoked Pork
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes are added to the soup. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Slovak food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional hearty and sour soup made with fermented sauerkraut, smoked pork (often ribs or sausage), mushrooms, onions, and various spices like paprika. Traditionally served with potatoes or bread, which must be omitted for a keto diet. The restaurant version can be quite rich.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut, smoked pork (e.g., pork shoulder, smoked sausage), onions, garlic, dried mushrooms, bay leaf, allspice, black pepper, sweet paprika, lard or cooking oil, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes are added to the soup. Confirm no flour-based thickeners (roux) are used. Request omission of any bread served on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Prosím, aby v polievke neboli zemiaky ani múka na zahustenie. A bez chleba k tomu.
Please ensure no potatoes or flour-based thickeners are used in the soup. No bread on the side, please.
Watch out for
Potatoes, flour thickeners, hidden sugars in some commercial sauerkraut or stock.
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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