Borscht (Keto-Friendly, No Potato)
Keto Red Beet Soup with Meat and Sour Cream
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or beans. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, vibrant red beet soup made with beef broth, tender cuts of beef (or pork), cabbage, beets, onions, and a touch of tomato paste. Modified to omit potatoes and beans, focusing on the rich meat and vegetable base. Served with a generous dollop of sour cream for added fat and flavor.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork, beef broth, beets, cabbage, onions, tomato paste, garlic, dill, bay leaf, sour cream, cooking oil (e.g., sunflower oil), salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or beans. Confirm no sugar added to the broth or tomato paste. Ask for an extra generous serving of sour cream.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato paste or broth, excessive carrots (limit if possible), often served with bread (avoid).
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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