Bigos (Ukrainian Style)
Ukrainian Hunter's Stew with Sauerkraut and Meats
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no prunes or dried fruit are used. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A robust and flavorful stew featuring a rich blend of sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, various smoked and fresh meats (pork, sausage, bacon), onions, and mushrooms, slow-cooked to perfection. Ukrainian versions are often richer in meat and less sweet than Polish ones.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, pork (shoulder/belly), smoked sausage, bacon, onion, mushrooms, tomato paste, beef broth, bay leaf, marjoram, salt, pepper, cooking oil/butter.
How to make it keto
Confirm no prunes or dried fruit are used. Ensure tomato paste has no added sugar. Request omission of any flour thickeners.
Watch out for
Prunes/dried fruit (must be omitted), sugar in tomato paste, flour thickeners, excessive root vegetables.
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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