Borscht (Keto Beet & Cabbage Soup, No Potatoes)
Keto Ukrainian Beet & Cabbage Soup (No Potatoes)
No, skip this one: about 16g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
The iconic Ukrainian soup, deep red from beets, with beef or pork, cabbage, and other low-carb vegetables, simmered in a savory broth. Modified to exclude high-carb elements while retaining its essence.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork (fatty cuts), beef broth, cabbage, beets (moderation), onion, unsweetened tomato paste, fresh dill, sour cream (for serving), salt, black pepper, bay leaf.
If you order it anyway
ABSOLUTELY NO POTATOES or beans. Request minimal carrots or sugar beets. Confirm no added sugar in the soup base or tomato paste. Ask for a generous dollop of full-fat sour cream to boost fat content.
Watch out for
Borscht is notoriously high in carbs due to potatoes, beans, and high volume of beets and carrots. Restaurants often add sugar for flavor balance. Beets and carrots, even in moderation, add up in a large serving. Always confirm no added sugar and that potatoes are omitted.
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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